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Irish Potato Pie

Irresistible Irish Potato Pie for Comfort Food Lovers

This Irish Potato Pie combines creamy potatoes, savory bacon, and sweet onions for a cozy, comforting dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 package Frozen Puff Pastry Feel free to use homemade pastry for a personal touch.
For the Filling
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted for better control over seasoning.
  • 7 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Chopped; substitute with cooked ham or omit for vegetarian.
  • 5 medium Potatoes Peeled and sliced thin; Russet or Yukon Gold recommended.
  • 1 Onion Peeled and sliced thin.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Dried dill could be used in a pinch.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Feel free to use half and half as a lighter alternative.
  • Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Garnish
  • Chive or Scallion Adds a pop of color and mild onion flavor.

Equipment

  • 8 or 9-inch tart pan
  • Large Skillet
  • mandolin slicer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and fit thawed puff pastry into an 8 or 9-inch tart pan.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large skillet and sauté chopped bacon until crispy.
  3. Add sliced onions and cook until softened, followed by potatoes and dill. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spoon the creamy potato mixture into the chilled pastry crust, drizzle with heavy cream.
  5. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the crust is golden-brown and the potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before garnishing with chives or scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Thinly slice potatoes for even cooking. Taste the filling for seasoning before assembling. Allow resting time for the best slicing results. Customize ingredients to suit your taste. Monitor baking time to avoid over-browning.

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