Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites

Ingredients:

15 baby potatoes (or small Yukon Gold potatoes)
15 slices of bacon (halved crosswise)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toothpicks (to secure the bacon)

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the Potatoes:
Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry.
In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.
Wrap with Bacon:
Take a half slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around each potato.
Secure the bacon with a toothpick if necessary.
Bake:
Place the wrapped potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Serve:
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, like ranch, sour cream, or barbecue sauce.
Tips:

For added flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes before baking.
Use turkey bacon as a lighter alternative.
These Bacon-Wrapped Potato Bites are irresistible and will be a hit at your table!