German Cottage Potatoes with Bacon

Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful German Cottage Potatoes with Bacon recipe! Featuring tender Russet potatoes pan-fried to golden perfection, crisp smoky bacon, and sweet caramelized onions, this dish combines simple ingredients into a satisfying, comfort-filled side or main course. The addition of olive oil, butter, and fresh parsley enhances every bite with rich, savory notes and a hint of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this classic German-inspired dish is easy to make and perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or whenever you're craving something warm and rustic. Serve it alongside grilled sausages, roast chicken, or enjoy it as a standalone masterpiece loaded with irresistible flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 6 slices Bacon
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook for about 10 minutes or until just tender but not fully cooked.

Step 2

Drain the potatoes and let them cool. Once cooled, peel the skins off and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the bacon over medium heat and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel-lined plate. Crumble it into small pieces once cooled.

Step 4

Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the olive oil and butter to the bacon fat, and heat over medium heat.

Step 5

Thinly slice the yellow onion and add it to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the onions are sautéed and lightly golden.

Step 6

Increase the heat slightly and carefully add the potato slices in a single layer, frying them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the skillet.

Step 7

Cook the potato slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Season with salt and black pepper as you fry.

Step 8

Once all the potatoes are cooked, toss them gently with the sautéed onions in the skillet. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve warm and enjoy your German Cottage Potatoes with Bacon!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1292.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1654.6

Total Fat 56.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 80.4mg	0%
Sodium 3394.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 244.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 48.4g	0%

Vitamin D 9.9IU	0%
Calcium 211.5mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 6354.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.3%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 58.1%