Cheesy Bacon Skillet Potatoes

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels to drain, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
Sauté the Vegetables:

In the same skillet, using the bacon fat, add the diced onion and cook until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
Cook the Potatoes:

Add the halved potatoes to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the bacon fat and seasonings. Cook over medium-high heat for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender.
Add Cheese and Bacon:

Reduce the heat to low. Drizzle cream or milk over the potatoes and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
Scatter the crispy bacon pieces over the cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and let sit for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve:

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