Loaded Potato Waffle - Potato Goodness

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound Applewood smoked bacon, thick cut
• 2 pounds Frozen shredded potatoes, unseasoned
• 2 each Large eggs
• 3 Tablespoons Quinoa Flour
• 1 Teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Powder
• 3/4 cup plus 1/2 cup for topping Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 2 Tbsp. plus more for brushing waffle iron Unsalted butter
• 2 Tablespoons Rendered bacon fat
• 1/4 cup; plus 1/4 cup for topping Chopped Chives