Cowboy Potatoes Recipe
The Original Cold Smoked Salt and Pepper Co.
When I was a teenager, I had the unique opportunity to work on a ranch in the midwest for a few years. It was exciting, yet full of hard work and determination. Nothing about it was easy, but it was so rewarding. At the end of each day you were tired and hungry and couldn’t wait to get home to a big meal mom had ready for you. After a satisfying meal, you were ready to find some rest and do it all over again the next day.
Hard work is deserving of fulfilling comfort. When I was creating this recipe of Cowboy Potatoes, it reminded me of those long days back on the ranch. It inspired me to put together a side dish that would require little prep work, yet still be full of flavor. This recipe has quickly become one of our family’s favorites as we tackle the hard work in front of us each day.
This recipe is simple with a handful of ingredients that require minimal prep work and time. Several of our best seasonings are highlighted in this meal including Hickory Smoked Sea Salt, Hickory Smoked Peppercorn, and Hickory Smoked Paprika from The Original Cold Smoked Salt and Pepper Company. The flavor will transport you to an open campfire out on the range with your horse and fellow cowboys as the daylight melts into the horizon.
The list of ingredients is as follows…
1- 1 cup bacon (Optional)
2 - 1/2 red onion
3 - 2 cups cooked ham
4 - 6 large red potatoes
5 - 1 cup frozen yellow corn
6 - 4 tbsp butter
7 - 1 bag shredded cheddar cheese
8 - 1/2 cup chopped green onions
9 - Hickory Smoked Sea Salt
10 - Hickory Smoked Peppercorn
11 - Hickory Smoked Paprika
To start, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Next, grab a large cast iron pan greased throughly with non stick spray. Make sure to cover the sides of the pan as well. Place pan close by as you will begin to layer it with the ingredients.
Take your 6 large red potatoes and cube them into 1/2 inch pieces. Begin to layer the potato cubes in the bottom of the cast iron pan. Then season to taste with Hickory Smoked Sea Salt, Hickory Smoked Peppercorn, and Hickory Smoked Paprika. Next, grab your bag of shredded cheddar cheese and take about a cup worth and sprinkle over the potatoes.
Take your cooked ham and begin to slice in small 1/2 inch cubes. You can also use an uncooked ham steak in place of the cooked ham. You will have to sear it on the stove top first. Take the cubed ham and spread it over the cheese and potatoes in the cast iron pan. Repeat the same process with the bacon as well. Again it is optional, but it does add a boost of flavor in the end. Then dice half a red onion and spread it over the ham and bacon. Season again with The Original Cold Hickory Smoked salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
Take one cup of frozen corn and spread it over the ham and bacon, then thoroughly cover with shredded cheese. Chop a half cup of green onions to sprinkle over the top layer. Finally, take 4 tablespoons of butter and lay over top. Finally, place in the oven for one hour.
Pair this dish with grilled chicken seasoned with your favorite Original Cold Smoked Salt and Pepper and spices, and you’ll have an unforgettable combination that your family will sure to love.
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