welsh five-minute potatoes

Name: Welsh Five-Minute Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: UK/Ireland
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 6 slices - thick bacon, cut into 2-inch strips; 2 small onions, halved and cut into thin rings; 10 baby - potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices; 3 cups - low-sodium beef stock (700ml); 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 1 teaspoon(s) black pepper; - worcestershire sauce, to serve (optional)

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Vickie Parks

Renton, WA

Updated on Jun 23, 2017

In Wales, it's called 'Tatws Pum Munud' which translates to "five minute potatoes", though that's a bit deceptive because it actually takes 25 minutes minimum to prepare. Everyone has their favorite version, so there are dozens of variations of this recipe. Traditionally it was a stew-like main dish served on a plate (rather than in bowls) with a loaf of bread and plenty of butter. But more recently, it's served as a hearty potato side dish that's especially popular during winter months. In Wales, it's typically served with Worcestershire sauce at the table, for an optional flavor boost.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 25 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 slices - thick bacon, cut into 2-inch strips
2 small onions, halved and cut into thin rings
10 baby - potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 cups - low-sodium beef stock (700ml)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
- worcestershire sauce, to serve (optional)

How To Make welsh five-minute potatoes

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and onion rings, and cook about 6 to 7 minutes until the bacon is lightly browned and the onions are soft.

Step 2

Layer the potato slices over the bacon and onions, and don't worry if the skillet seems crowded as the potatoes will reduce a bit after cooking a bit. Add stock to the skillet, and simmer until the potatoes are beginning to soften, about 5 minutes.
Step 3

Reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft and cooked through, stirring frequently to blend all the ingredients.
Step 4

Season with salt and pepper, and serve with bread on the side.
Step 5

Optional: A sprinkle or two of Worcestershire sauce can be floated on top of each serving, for added flavor.
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