Step 1

Preheat the broiler.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a microwaveable bowl with the water, cover tightly, and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Drain well.

Step 3

Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Place bacon and oil into the skillet and cook until bacon is crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cumin and stir until fragrant. Add the potatoes, salt, and cayenne pepper and continue to cook and stir over high heat until the potatoes begin to crisp.

Step 4

Stir in the salsa and then sprinkle cheese on top. Broil for 3 to 4 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with sour cream and cilantro before serving.

Step 5

If you have cubed frozen potatoes without the O’Brien seasoning (onions, red and green pepper), you may want to add chopped onions and peppers along with the garlic, stirring until slightly cooked.

Step 6

For the salsa, we liked Chipotle flavored, but choose your favorite salsa and level of heat.