Smashed Pancetta and Parmesan Potatoes

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Place the small yellow skin potatoes on the griddle. Spray with water to steam and cover with a dome. Steam for about 15 minutes, adding water occasionally until fork-tender.

3. 3

   While steaming the potatoes, add a little olive oil and diced pancetta to another area of the griddle. Toss occasionally until the pancetta is golden brown. Remove the pancetta to a paper towel to drain but keep the fat on the griddle.

4. 4

   When the potatoes are fork-tender, move them to the pancetta fat and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Using a Blackstone burger press or spatula, place a small piece of parchment paper over one or two potatoes and gently press until they crack and flatten to about 1/4" thick. Flip gently when a golden crust develops.

6. 6

   When both sides have a nice crust, sprinkle with shredded Parmesan and cooked pancetta. Let the cheese melt without moving the potatoes.

7. 7

   Transfer to a platter and garnish with chopped Italian parsley. Enjoy!