Crispy bacon brings salty savoury flavours and ... but the results speak for themselves. First, parboil floury potatoes (like King Edward or Maris Piper). Then, smash the potatoes to flatten ...

Should I parboil or not? What fat should I use ... basting regularly. Remove the potatoes and bacon from the roasting tin, and drain off the excess fat. Finish with black pepper and some more ...