Before you do anything, freeze your bacon slices that way when you're ready to prep, it'll be so much easier to chop!
Wash the potatoes and cut medium dice into square pieces
To prevent any browning, place the already cut potatoes in a bowl filled with water
In the meantime, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
Tilt the skillet so the oil spreads evenly
Once the oil is hot, drain the potatoes and add to the skillet
Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay as needed
Cook for 10 minutes, stirring the potatoes often, until brown
If needed, add a tablespoon more of oil
Chop up the bacon and add to the potatoes
The bacon will start to render and the fat will begin to further cook the potatoes
Toss it up a bit! The bacon will take 5-6 minutes to crisp
Once the bacon is cooked, reduce the heat to medium-low, add the minced garlic and toss
Season once more
Add dried or fresh parsley
Control heat as needed
Let the garlic cook until fragrant, about one minute
Just before serving, drizzle over the maple syrup and toss
Let that cook another minute, giving the potatoes a caramelized effect
