Equipment / Materials

• Charcoal fire (16 briquettes)
• Cast iron Dutch oven with lid
• Spatula or fork
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Heat-resistant gloves (for safety)

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes
• 1 onion
• 6 strips of bacon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese
• Sour cream (optional)
• Chives (optional)

Setup Instructions

1. Prepare a charcoal fire with 16 briquettes.
2. Place the Dutch oven on a level surface, ready to use.
3. Organize all ingredients and tools nearby for easy access.

Recipe Instructions

1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
2. Dice the onion.
3. Heat the Dutch oven over the charcoal fire.
4. Cook the bacon in the Dutch oven until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
5. Sauté the onion in the bacon grease until it begins to soften.
6. Add the potatoes to the Dutch oven and stir with the onion to mix.
7. Cover the Dutch oven and move 8 briquettes to the top of the lid.
8. Let the potatoes cook for about 30 minutes, until they are tender.
9. Crumble the cooked bacon over the potatoes.
10. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top. Add sour cream and chives if desired.

Notes

• Safety: Use heat-resistant gloves when handling the Dutch oven and lid. Avoid placing hands directly over the hot charcoal.
• Recipe Variations: Try adding bell peppers, mushrooms, or garlic with the onions for extra flavor. For a spicy kick, add a dash of chili powder or red pepper flakes with the potatoes.

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