Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
• For the bake, wash and thinly slice 5-6 potatoes evenly, about 1/8 inch thick. Peeling is optional.
• For the mash, peel and cube 5-6 potatoes. Add them to a pot of salted water and boil until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).

Step 2: Cook the Bacon and Garlic

• In a skillet over medium heat, fry the chopped bacon until crispy.
• Add the minced garlic to the bacon and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
• Remove from heat and divide the mixture in half: one half for the potato bake and the other for the mashed potatoes.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake the Crispy Potato Layers

• Mix 50 grams of melted butter with half of the minced garlic.
• Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.
• Layer the thinly sliced potatoes in the dish, alternating with the bacon-garlic mixture. Drizzle garlic butter over each layer and season with salt and pepper.
• Finish with a top layer of bacon. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.

Step 4: Make the Creamy Mashed Potatoes

• Drain the boiled potatoes and return them to the pot.
• Add the remaining 50 grams of butter and mash until smooth.
• Gradually add milk or cream, stirring until you reach your desired consistency.
• Mix in the remaining bacon and garlic mixture, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

• Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto one side of a serving platter.
• Slice and plate the crispy potato bake on the other side.
• Garnish both with fresh parsley if desired.