Cheesy Bacon Microwave Potatoes

⏱ 40 mins 🍽 4-6 serving(s) 🏷 Potato

This convenient recipe is ideal for making in an RV or any kitchen with a microwave. Cubed potatoes are cooked with onion until tender, then combined with crispy bacon, milk or cream, and a generous amount of grated cheddar cheese for a rich, comforting result. The method is straightforward and uses simple ingredients for a filling dish that serves four to six people.

Cheesy Bacon Microwave Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons bacon drippings
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 12 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 slices crumbed bacon
  • 1/4 cup milk or 1/4 cup cream
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese (old preferred)

Method

  1. Place the butter or bacon drippings, hot water, and chopped onion into a 1-1/2 quart casserole dish.
  2. Cook in the microwave on high for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the cubed potatoes, salt, and pepper to the dish and stir to combine.
  4. Cover the dish and microwave in 5 minute intervals, stirring between each, until the potatoes are cooked, which should take 25-30 minutes.
  5. Once the potatoes are tender, mix in the milk or cream, crumbled bacon, and grated cheddar cheese until the mixture is smooth.
  6. Serve and enjoy.
  7. You may choose to peel the potatoes or leave the skins on, depending on if they are new or old.
  8. For a variation.
  9. Try using new red potatoes.
  10. Replace the butter with Italian salad dressing.
  11. Add chopped green onions at the end and microwave for one minutes.
  12. You can also leave out the milk, bacon, and cheese.
  13. This creates a version similar to a warm potato salad.
  14. Note: The hot water has been included correctly with the initial ingredients.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium629400 mg

Recipe details

CategoryPotato
AuthorCooking at the Cott