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Crispy Loaded Breakfast Hash with Potatoes and Bacon

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A golden, crunchy, and satisfying breakfast hash featuring crispy potatoes, smoky bacon, onions, peppers, and melty cheese. Perfect for a hearty morning meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 red or orange bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (optional)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or chives, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or reserved bacon fat

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice potatoes into ½-inch cubes. Rinse under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch. Pat completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. (10 minutes)
  2. Place chopped bacon in a cold skillet and turn heat to medium. Cook until crispy, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer bacon bits to a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan. (10 minutes)
  3. Add olive oil if needed to the bacon fat and heat pan to medium-high. Add dried potatoes in an even layer, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Let cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to develop a crust, then stir occasionally, cooking another 10-12 minutes until golden and tender. (15-20 minutes)
  4. Stir in diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until veggies soften and onions turn translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. (5 minutes)
  5. Return bacon bits to the skillet, stir to combine. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top, cover the skillet with a lid or foil for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese. (5 minutes)
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or chives on top. Give it one last gentle stir to mix some of the melted cheese through the hash. (2 minutes)

Notes

Rinsing and drying potatoes is key for crispiness. Reserve bacon fat for cooking potatoes to add smoky flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Cover skillet briefly to melt cheese perfectly. For dairy-free, omit cheese or use plant-based alternative. Can substitute turkey bacon or add sausage for protein. Reheat leftovers gently in skillet to maintain crispiness.

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