Calves Liver with Onions, Bacon and Potatoes

Place potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes.

Drain and when cool enough to handle, slice into 3/4 inch thick slices.

Preheat oven to 200°F and place a roasting pan or large baking sheet inside. Cook bacon in a large skillet; once fat has rendered and bacon is crisp, remove and drain on paper towels and place in oven.

Pour off all but 1 tablespoon bacon fat and reserve the rest. Return pan to medium heat, add onion and thyme, and cook until onions are soft and brown, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; remove from pan and place in oven along with cooked bacon. Return pan to medium-high heat; add 1 tablespoon of bacon fat back to the pan, then add half the sliced potatoes and cook until crisp. Repeat with remaining potatoes, adding additional bacon fat if needed. Season with salt and pepper.

Pat liver dry, then dredge in flour. Clean out skillet, then place back on medium heat and add butter. Once foam has subsided, add liver and cook until exterior has formed a light crust, but inside is still soft, about 4 minutes per side (depending on thickness). Divide potatoes, onion, bacon and liver evenly between four plates, and serve hot with an IPA.