Michelin-trained chef creates ‘wild’ new ice cream flavour – & insists odd combo ‘works’ – would YOU try it?

A RISING kitchen star has created a potato ice cream — topped with bits of bacon.

Michelin-trained Poppy O’Toole, 31, is touting the sweet-meets-savoury version and insists: “It works!”

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The self-titled “Potato Queen” of the internet mixes Maris Piper spuds with condensed milk, double cream, vanilla and salt to make the no-churn treat.

She suggests adding pieces of maple bacon or crispy potato sticks to complete the offering.

Poppy, who has 5.5 million internet followers, said: “People might know me for my roasties, but now it’s time for potato-based desserts to enter the chat.

“Sounds a bit wild, I know — but trust me, it works. I love showing how everyday ingredients can surprise you.”

Poppy, of Bromsgrove, Worcs, added: “Maris Pipers give it that velvety, creamy texture while keeping the sweetness in check, and topped with a bit of maple bacon or potato sticks . . . you’re in summery dessert heaven.”

Savoury ice creams are gaining popularity, with chefs experimenting with ingredients such as olive oil, miso and beetroot in sweet and salty pairings.

Poppy has linked up with Ocado to market hers.

A spokesman said the recipe showed un­usual flavour combinations can create “bold, surprising takes on everyday classics”.

It added: “It’s fun, unexpected, easy to make and delicious.”