Southwest Bacon Potato Salad
June 27, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Barbeque, Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Lunch, Main Course, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Salad, Side Dish, Snack, Supper
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Southwest Bacon Potato Salad - This south of the border, simple recipe for bacon potato salad has a taste of cajun to it. The potatoes are chopped not mashed, mixed with the crispy bacon, and a homemade dressing. Left to sit, once combined to allow the potatoes to absorb the dressing and spice, this Southwest potato salad recipe is awesome.
Prep Time: 10-15 mins |
Ingredients to make Southwest Bacon Potato Salad
2 pounds red potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1-1/2 tablespoons Creole style mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons finely snipped parsley
4 bacon slices, cooked crisp
Directions to make Southwest Bacon Potato Salad
In a medium saucepan, cook potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from pan and dice.
Place in a medium bowl and add tomatoes green onions, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently. Set aside.
a small mixing bowl combine vinegar, mustard and cayenne pepper. Add oil in a thin stream, heating constantly. Stir in parsley.
Add dressing and bacon to potatoes and toss gently. Allow potatoes to absorb dressing at least 15 minutes before serving.
Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks
June 14, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Lunch, Main Course, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Side Dish, Snack, Supper
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Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks - This super quick and easy, roasted potato recipe, is one of the most convenient and versatile there is! We used sweet potatoes, as the have a little more nutritional value, made them quick cooking but slicing into wedges, and oven roasted them. Feel free to spice them up your with your own blend of spices, or create your own version of potatoes au gratin, and sprinkle with some cheese!
Prep Time: 5 mins |
Ingredients to make Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks
1 medium-large sweet potato
1 T. olive oil
salt
freshly ground pepper
Directions to make Roasted Sweet Potato Sticks
Heat oven to 425°F. Cut the potato in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 7 long, thin wedges. Place them on a rimmed baking sheet and toss them with the oil and salt and pepper to taste, so all sides are coated.
Bake 10 minutes. Flip the potatoes over and bake another until tender, another 8 to 10 minutes. Serve hot.
How to Grill Potatoes
May 17, 2010 by Camp Cook
Filed under Barbeque, Grilled, Potato, Tips and Tricks
One of the tastiest and easiest ways to prepare potatoes for summer is on the grill. Unfortunately, few people know how to grill potatoes. Here is a great way how to grill potatoes to compliment any meal:
- Slice a combination of red bliss and baking potatoes into both thin and thicker pieces. Feel free to leave the skins on the potatoes - it will give them more flavor.
- Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil with 2-3 ice cubes or 2 pats of butter (plus seasonings to taste)
- Place on grill for 3-5 minutes and then flip. Cook the other side for another 3-5 minutes.
- Check to see if your potatoes have reached your desired firmness ( for crispy potatoes, let them cook longer)
- Remove from heat and serve
A simple how to grill potatoes recipe that nearly everyone will love!
4 Easy Steps to Creamy Mashed Potatoes
May 6, 2010 by Camp Cook
Filed under Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Side Dish
Follow these easy steps to make those creamy mashed potatoesyou remember as a child. This recipe calls for a large amount of potatoes, adjust accordingly for your next gathering.
1. Peel a 5 pound bag of potatoes (cut pieces of 1 ½ inches).
2. Put the pieces in a saucepan and boil for about 15 minutes (use a fork to test for desired tenderness).
3. Drain the potatoes, place in a mixing bowl and add one a nd a half sticks of lightly softened butter and mix until there are no lumps.
4. Mix one and a half cups of Half & Half cream, warmed. (Mix until you see a creamy texture). Add salt and pepper to taste.
Your done, serve and enjoy. This should feed up to 10 adults.
Winter Sweet Potato Soup
January 6, 2010 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Lunch, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Soup, Supper
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Winter Sweet Potato Soup - This warming, winter sweet potato soup recipe also includes a little fruit and spice, and everything nice! Butternut squash and apples provide the heat, while cayenne and Chinese spice add the spice. Completely vegetarian, this country style, potato soup is excellent.
Prep Time: 10 mins |
Ingredients to make Winter Sweet Potato Soup
2 c Butternut squash
2 c Sweet potato, peeled & diced
3 md Apples, peeled & chopped
1 md Onion, chopped
2 c Water
1/2 ts Sea salt
1/2 ts Chinese 5 spice
1/4 ts Cayenne pepper
Directions to make Winter Sweet Potato Soup
Baked Potato Chips
December 30, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Buffet, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Lunch, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Side Dish, Snack, Supper
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Baked Potato Chips - These supreme baked potato chips are absolutely amazing! Oven baked, instead of being fried, they are generously brushed with butter, before being oven baked, making them as crispy and crunchy can be. For an added bonus, try flavoring you butter with herbs or spices!
Prep Time: 10 mins |
Ingredients to make Baked Potato Chips
3 1/2 lb Red Boiling Potatoes OR white boiling potaotes, Cut crosswise into 1/8-inch thick slices
6 tb Butter, melted (3/4 stick)
Salt and freshly ground Pepper
Directions to make Baked Potato Chips
Very Vegetable Clam Chowder
October 27, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Lunch, Main Course, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Soup, Supper
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Very Vegetable Clam Chowder - This well-rounded, robust, vegetable clam chowder, also has the hearty addition of two meats, bacon and sausage. Colorful, fresh veggies, like celery, onion, tomato, and potato add a whole lot of chunky goodness to this one pot meal, that is good for you and quick.
Prep Time: 5-10 mins |
Ingredients to make Very Vegetable Clam Chowder
1/4 pound thick cut bacon
1/2 large onion
1 stalk celery
1/2 green bell pepper
2 cloves garlic
1/4 pound chorizo sausage
1 tablespoon flour
1 cup white wine
1 large Idaho potato
2 cups clam juice
1 can (10 oz size) whole clams in juices
1 can (24 oz size) diced tomatoes
1 cup fish orchicken stock
Directions to make Very Vegetable Clam Chowder
Irish Style Potatoes
September 26, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, New Potato Recipe, Potato, Side Dish, Supper
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Irish Style Potatoes - This authentic, creamy, Irish mashed potato recipe is very creamy. Crunchy, flavorful cabbage and sweet spring onion are mashed into the boiled potatoes, for a one of a kind vegetarian side dish. A luscious, extraordinary step up from plain mashed potatoes, and, a quick and easy recipe.
Prep Time: 5-10 mins |
Ingredients to make Irish Style Potatoes
4 md Peeled potatoes
60 g Butter
170 ml Warm milk
40 g Chopped spring onions
300 g Shredded cabbage
Ground pepper
1 tb Parsley (chopped)
Directions to make Irish Style Potatoes
Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese Sauce
July 16, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Boiled, Buffet, Easy Potato Recipe, Main Course, New Potato Recipe, Side Dish, Supper
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Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese Sauce - If you love your scalloped potatoes, quick, easy and cheesy, then this is the recipe you have been looking for! Freash, garden potatoes and a creamy cheese sauce baked together, for a simple satisfying comfort food. Great for potlucks, as every one loves healthy potatoes.
Prep Time: 10 mins |
Ingredients to make Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese Sauce
2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt, optional
2 pounds potatoes, 5 cups, pared and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups sliced onion
5 medium carrots, 2 cups, pared, diagonally sliced
CHEESE SAUCE:
3 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash cayenne 1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
Directions to make Scalloped Potatoes with Cheese Sauce
Grilled Sweet French Fries
July 14, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Barbeque, Buffet, Easy, Easy Potato Recipe, Grilled, Potato, Side Dish
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Grilled Sweet French Fries - Distinctive, fresh, sweet potatoes put a spin on this classic food, that kids love. Quick and easy, these foolproof, homemeade fries are a snap to whip up, and don’t be too surprised to discover that adults love them just as much as kids do! The Indian spice, are without a doubt, the secret to this amazing recipe.
Prep Time: 10 mins |
Ingredients to make Grilled Sweet French Fries
2 (8-ounce) garnet yams or sweet potatoes, halved lengthwise, cut into 3/4-inch-wide wedges
2 tablespoon(s) ghee or unslated butter, melted
1 teaspoon(s) garam masala
1/4 teaspoon(s) coarse sea salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil for brushing
