Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Get ready to impress your guests with these delicious Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce. This appetizer combines layers of creamy potatoes and crispy bacon, skewered and baked to perfection, served with a rich and gooey cheddar cheese sauce on the side.

Why Make This Recipe

These Party Potato Pave Bites are sure to be a hit at any gathering or party. They are easy to make ahead of time and bake to golden perfection just before serving. The addition of the homemade cheese sauce takes these bites to the next level, making them irresistible to guests of all ages.

How to Make Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Ingredients:

• 5 pounds russet potatoes (about 12 total potatoes)


• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt, or to taste


• 1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste


• 2 cups heavy cream


• 2 pounds cooked crispy bacon


• 2 1/2 – 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese


• Chopped chives, to top

Directions:

1. Line an 8×8″ baking dish with parchment paper, preheat the oven to 350°F.


2. Peel and thinly slice the potatoes, then coat them with salt, pepper, and heavy cream.


3. Layer the potatoes and bacon in the baking dish, weighing it down and refrigerating overnight.


4. Cut the potatoes into squares, skewer with toothpicks, bake until crispy.


5. Make the cheese sauce by melting cheese into warm cream, then serve with the potato bites.

How to Serve Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Serve these delightful potato pave bites on a platter, with the warm cheese sauce in a dipping bowl alongside. Sprinkle chopped chives over the bites for a fresh burst of flavor and serve them hot for the ultimate enjoyment.

How to Store Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Store any leftover potato pave bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain their crispiness before serving again.

Tips to Make Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

• Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thin potato slices.


• Weigh down the potatoes while baking for a dense texture.


• Adjust the seasoning of the cheese sauce to your preference.

Variation

For a twist on the classic recipe, try adding different cheeses to the sauce, such as Gruyere or blue cheese, for a unique flavor profile.

Party Potato Pave Bites with Cheese Sauce

Indulge in the perfect combination of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese sauce with these Party Potato Pave Bites. Easy to prepare and a crowd favorite at any gathering!

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Rest Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 9 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Servings 12

Ingredients

  

Potato Pave Bites

• 5 pounds russet potatoes about 12 total potatoes
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt or to taste
• 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
• 2 pounds cooked crispy bacon
• 2 1/2 – 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Cheese Sauce

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups heavy cream

Instructions

 

• Peel and thinly slice the potatoes. Coat with salt, pepper, and heavy cream. Layer with bacon in a dish, refrigerate overnight. Cut into squares, skewer, and bake until crispy.
• Melt cheese into warm cream to make the sauce.

Keyword Appetizer, Bacon, cheese sauce, easy recipe, Party Food, Potato pave bites