Healthy Breakfast Hash is a delicious meal perfect for starting your day off right. Whether you're serving a crowd or just treating yourself, this is a breakfast classic that never disappoints.
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Healthy breakfast hash is a popular breakfast dish made with diced potatoes, colorful bell peppers, onions, cooked bacon, shredded cheese, and eggs. This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for anyone looking for a satisfying and filling breakfast that's easy to make.
This breakfast hash is a delicious breakfast that is perfect for any occasion, whether you're cooking for a crowd or just treating yourself to a special breakfast.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make. This recipe is straightforward and easy to follow, making it perfect for anyone, regardless of their cooking experience.
- Filling and satisfying. The combination of potatoes, bacon, and eggs makes this dish incredibly satisfying and filling.
- Perfect for meal prep. This recipe is ideal for meal prep as it can be made ahead of time and reheated easily. It's perfect for busy mornings when you don't have time to cook a full breakfast from scratch.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Olive Oil: Used to cook the potatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
- Potatoes: Diced potatoes are the base of this dish, and they provide a hearty texture.
- Red Bell Pepper: Diced red bell pepper adds a sweet and slightly tangy flavor.
- Yellow Onion: Diced yellow onion adds a savory and slightly sweet flavor.
- Cooked Bacon: Crispy and salty bacon is a key ingredient in this dish, adding a savory depth of flavor and a bit of crunch.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkled on top of the hash and melted to perfection.
- Eggs: Cooked until the whites are set and the yolks are slightly runny.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and crispy.
Step 3: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Step 4: Add the chopped bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
Step 5: Divide hash into 4 serving bowls. Sprinkle shredded cheese over each bowl. Top each bowl with egg.
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Expert Tips
- Use the right type of potatoes. Russet or Yukon gold potatoes work best for this recipe because they hold their shape when cooked and develop a crispy exterior.
- Don't overcook the eggs. Cook until the whites are set and the yolks are slightly runny. Overcooking the eggs can result in tough egg whites and dry yolks.
- Use a cast iron skillet. A cast iron skillet is ideal for making bacon breakfast hash because it distributes heat evenly.
- Serve immediately. Serve the bacon breakfast hash immediately after cooking for the best texture and flavor.
Variations
- Vegetarian: For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the bacon and add in your favorite vegetarian protein such as diced tofu, tempeh, or vegetarian sausage.
- Sweet Potato Hash: Instead of using regular potatoes, try using sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter version of the dish.
- Mexican Hash: Add some jalapenos, diced tomatoes, and spices like cumin and chili powder for a Mexican-inspired version of the dish.
- Green Veggie Hash: Add in some kale or spinach for some extra greens in your breakfast.
- Breakfast Burrito Hash: Serve the hash wrapped up in a tortilla with some avocado and hot sauce for a breakfast burrito twist.
- Southwest Hash: Add some black beans, corn, and a bit of chipotle seasoning for a Southwest-style breakfast hash.
Storing
Bacon breakfast hash is best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use pre-cooked bacon for this recipe. Simply chop it into small pieces and add it in with the cooked potatoes and vegetables.
It's not recommended to freeze bacon breakfast hash as the potatoes and vegetables may become mushy when thawed and reheated.
Yes, you can use a different type of cheese such as Monterey Jack or Colby Jack if you prefer. However, cheddar cheese works well in this recipe as it pairs nicely with the other flavors.
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Healthy Breakfast Hash
Special Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium russet potatoes peeled and diced
- ½ medium yellow onion peeled and diced
- ½ large red bell pepper diced
- 4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
- 8 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs over easy or medium
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and crispy.
- Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the chopped bacon to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Divide hash into 4 serving bowls. Sprinkle shredded cheese over each bowl. Top each bowl with egg.
Notes
- Russet or Yukon gold potatoes work best for this recipe because they hold their shape when cooked and develop a crispy exterior.
- Cook until the whites are set and the yolks are slightly runny. Overcooking the eggs can result in tough egg whites and dry yolks.
- A cast iron skillet is ideal for making bacon breakfast hash because it distributes heat evenly.
- Serve the bacon breakfast hash immediately after cooking for the best texture and flavor.
- Storing: Bacon breakfast hash is best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Haley D. Williams
Such an easy recipe to make! Great for larger groups too
Liz
I've been looking for healthier brunch options so this recipe was perfect! Love it!
Jen
Thank you so much! My husband devoured his and kept raving about how good it was. This is a total winner!
Emily
This looks SO delicious! I much prefer savoury breakfasts so this is right up my street!
Kelly Anthony
I love how versatile this recipe is and how perfect it will be for using up leftover veggies from the week.
Angela Greven | Mean Green Chef
This looks like the perfect restaurant hash, trust me I would know! Love how you've cleaned it up and created a much healthier version 🙂
Karen Moore
This sounds divine. With my food intolerances, I truly miss potatoes. I would have to swap them out plantain, or a white-fleshed sweet potato. but that would alter calories yet again. Now, I am craving for some breakfast hash. Oh, Yummy!
Tamara J.
This is the perfect recipe for a delicious brunch. Simple, and tasty!