Potato Smashers

Name: Potato Smashers
Ingredients: 6 small red potatoes (about 3/4 pound); 1/2 cup water; 2 center-cut bacon strips; 2 tablespoons reduced-fat Italian salad dressing; 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

6 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

6 small red potatoes (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 cup water
2 center-cut bacon strips
2 tablespoons reduced-fat Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Reduced-fat sour cream, optional

Directions

1

Place potatoes in a small microwave-safe dish; add water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 8-9 minutes or until tender, stirring once.
2

Meanwhile, in a
3

, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Crumble bacon and set aside.
4

With the bottom of a glass, flatten potatoes to 1/2-in. thickness. In the same skillet coated with cooking spray, cook potatoes in dressing over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown.
5

Turn potatoes; sprinkle with cheese and reserved bacon. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream if desired.