Potato, Bacon and Maple Rösti - Maple from Canada

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 6 rashers of streaky bacon, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup (preferably dark syrup for its robust taste)
• 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 500g peeled and grated white potatoes
• 1 tbsp plain flour
• 1 tsp chilli flakes
• 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste