James Martin Potato Bacon And Cheese

This easy and delicious Potato, Bacon, and Cheese Bake by James Martin is the perfect comfort food. With creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and melted cheese, it’s a hearty dish that’s quick to prepare. You can easily swap ingredients based on what you have on hand, making it a flexible and tasty option for any meal.

Ingredients Needed

• 500g (1 lb) cooked waxy potatoes, cooled and sliced in half
• 125g (4 oz) lardons (bacon strips or diced bacon)
• 2 red onions, finely sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, crushed
• 120ml (½ cup) double cream
• 500g (17.5 oz) Tomme cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make Potato Bacon And Cheese

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Sauté onions, garlic, and bacon: In an ovenproof pan, add a splash of oil and sauté the onions, garlic, and lardons with thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add cream and potatoes: Pour in the cream, then stir in the sliced potatoes.
4. Top with cheese: Sprinkle the grated Tomme cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake: Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until golden and bubbling.
6. Cool and serve: Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use waxy potatoes: Waxy potatoes hold their shape better during cooking, making them perfect for this dish. Avoid starchy potatoes, as they can become mushy.
• Crisp up the bacon: Ensure the lardons are cooked until crispy before mixing them with the potatoes. This adds extra flavor and texture to the dish.
• Don’t overcook the onions: Sauté the onions just until softened. Overcooking can make them too sweet and lose their bite.
• Let it rest before serving: Allow the dish to cool for 5 minutes after baking. This helps the flavors settle and makes it easier to serve.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Allow the leftover Potato, Bacon, and Cheese Bake to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: For freezing, let the dish cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil or place it in an airtight container. It can be frozen for up to 1 month. To serve, thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the leftover bake in an ovenproof dish and cover with foil. Heat for 15-20 minutes, or until hot throughout.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of the total casserole)

• Calories: 395
• Total Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 51mg
• Sodium: 472mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 53g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 19g​

Try More James Martin Recipes:

• James Martin Spaghetti Bolognese
• James Martin Methi Chicken
• James Martin Chicken Tikka Masala
• James Martin Slow Cooked Ham