Jalapeno Popper Roasted Potato (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 1.36 kg red potatoes, washed and cut into small cubes
02 - 30 ml extra virgin olive oil
03 - 16 g dry ranch seasoning mix
04 - 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

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05 - 120 g ranch dressing
06 - 116 g mayonnaise
07 - 60 g apple cider vinegar
08 - 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 small red onion, finely diced
10 - 8 slices bacon, cooked and diced, with some reserved for garnish
11 - 2 medium jalapeno peppers, diced
12 - 100 g sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 220°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, combine cubed potatoes, olive oil, ranch seasoning mix, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast uncovered for 45–60 minutes, flipping after 30 minutes, until golden and crisp. Let cool for at least 15 minutes.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and black pepper until smooth.
05 - Add diced red onion, cooked bacon, diced jalapenos, and shredded cheddar cheese to the dressing mixture. Stir until well combined.
06 - Gently fold in the roasted potatoes until every piece is evenly coated. Garnish with reserved bacon.
07 - Serve warm, or refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve.

# Notes:

01 - Potatoes can also be roasted in an air fryer at 193°C for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden.