Tatws pum munud, five minute potatoes
A one pan Welsh supper of thinly sliced potatoes and bacon simmered in a light stock until soft.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.26 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Fry the bacon in a deep frying pan over a medium heat for 5 minutes until just crisp.
5 min - 2
Add the butter and onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
5 min - 3
Layer the sliced potatoes over the top and pour in the stock. Season with black pepper.
- 4
Cover with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender and the stock is mostly absorbed.
20 min - 5
Scatter with parsley and serve from the pan.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.