Ingredients
2medium potatoes,(5½ oz each), yukon gold or russet, washed and dried
2tspolive oil
1tspsmoked paprika
¼tspchili powder
¼tsponion powder
¼tspgarlic powder
⅛tspcumin
coarse salt and fresh cracked pepper
1bacon slice,center cut, cooked, finely chopped
⅓cupsharp cheddar cheese,shredded
2tbspscallions,diced
1tbsppickled Jalapeno,sliced, jarred or canned
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line the baking sheet with foil, then lightly coat with cooking spray.
Cut each potato lengthwise into ¼ inch thin slices, then cut each slice into ¼ inch fries.
In a large bowl, combine the cut potatoes and oil, then toss well. Add the paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt. and pepper. Toss to coat.
Place the potatoes in a single layer, then bake in the bottom third of the oven for 10 minutes. Turn and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until crisp and browned.
Remove from the oven, then top with cheddar cheese, sliced jalapenos, scallions and bacon bits.
Return to the oven for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese melts.
Serve warm, and enjoy!
