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Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, (divided)
• 1 cup yellow onion, (diced)
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, (diced)
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, (diced)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, (skin on, diced into 1/2” pieces)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup green onions, (sliced thin)

Steps

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a heavy 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onion and peppers and sauté, stirring frequently, until translucent and lightly browned, about 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and set aside.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add baking soda to the water, and stir to dissolve. Place the diced potatoes in the boiling water, cooking the potatoes until just fork tender, about 6-7 minutes.*

3. 3

   Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them back to the dry pot over medium heat. Cook the potatoes for 2 minutes in the pot, carefully stirring them, to cook off all their remaining moisture.

4. 4

   Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter in the same 12” skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams. Add the potatoes in a single layer, making sure each potato is touching the surface of the skillet. Cook, without stirring, until the bottom of the potatoes is golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Carefully turn the potatoes with a thin spatula. Spread the potatoes in a single layer and repeat the process again until the potatoes are tender and browned on most sides, turning 3 to 4 more times, in 4 to 5 minute intervals. About 12 to 15 minutes total cooking time. Remove from heat.

6. 6

   Add the onion & pepper mixture, salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir until evenly combined, coating the potatoes. Top with sliced scallions and serve.