Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites

Ingredients:

• 15 baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold potatoes)
• 15 slices of bacon (halved crosswise)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Toothpicks (to secure the bacon)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

1. Prepare the Potatoes:

• Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
• In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.

1. Wrap with Bacon:

• Take a half slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around each potato.
• Secure the bacon with a toothpick if necessary.

1. Bake:

• Place the wrapped potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

1. Serve:

• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
• Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, like ranch, sour cream, or barbecue sauce.

Tips:

• For added flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes before baking.
• Use turkey bacon as a lighter alternative.

These Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites are irresistible and will be a hit at your table!