Grilled Potato Packets Recipe

By traciesparks

Potatoes require a little extra time on the grill, so remember to give these pouches first dibs on the flames. —Anna Bjornn, Rexburg, Idaho

Ingredients

• 7 medium red potatoes
• 6 slices ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, chopped
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 8
Preparation time 65mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

•Cut potatoes into wedges. In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon, onions, salt and pepper. Divide between two double thicknesses of greased heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Dot with butter.
• Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender, turning once.
• Carefully open foil; sprinkle with cheese. Grill 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 8 servings.







Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 165 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 23 mg cholesterol, 388 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.

Originally published as Grilled Potato Packets in Simple & Delicious August/September 2011, p37