SOUTHWESTERN POTATOES 
6 slices bacon
2 unpeeled large baking potatoes, scrubbed
3 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1/4 c. barbecue sauce
1 c. shredded Colby cheese
1/3 c. sliced green onions
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley or 4 tsp. dried parsley
1/2 c. sour cream (optional)

Fry bacon until crisp; drain and crumble. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil.

Preheat oven to 450°F. Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch slices. Brush both sides with vegetable oil. Arrange in single layer on baking sheets. Mix garlic salt and black pepper in small bowl; sprinkle over potatoes.

Bake until lightly browned, about 20 minutes. Brush with barbecue sauce. Mix bacon, Colby cheese, green onions and parsley in small bowl; sprinkle over potatoes.

Bake potatoes until cheese melts (about 3 to 5 minutes). Transfer to heated serving platter. Top with sour cream if desired.

 

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