Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Preheat oven to 375

Slowly render fat from bacon in a large oven-safe pan over medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes, or until bacon is crisp. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon and reserve for another use or garnish.

Add sweet potato fries to pan. Use a pair of tongs to quickly coat each piece of sweet potato with fat. Season with salt and pepper.

Sear over medium-high heat just until potatoes caramelize on each side. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a sheet tray lined with parchment paper.

Bake at 375° for approximately 15 minutes or until potatoes are crisp. Garnish with fresh dill immediately.

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