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Ultimate Breakfast Skillet Feast

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A hearty and comforting one-pan breakfast featuring crispy potatoes, savory sausage, eggs, and melty cheese, perfect for lazy weekend mornings or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 6 breakfast sausage links or 8 oz ground sausage
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 4 strips thick-cut bacon, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh sprigs
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or blend with Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional toppings: 1 avocado, sliced; hot sauce or salsa

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dice 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes into evenly sized cubes, about 1/2 inch pieces. Pat dry with a clean towel to prevent sogginess. (10 minutes)
  2. Heat skillet over medium heat and add chopped bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving rendered fat in skillet.
  3. Add sausage links or ground sausage to skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Remove and set aside with bacon. (12 minutes)
  4. In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter if needed. Toss in sliced onion and cook over medium heat until golden and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute more until fragrant. (12 minutes)
  5. Add diced potatoes to skillet with onions and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Spread in an even layer and cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes to get crispy on one side. Stir gently and cook another 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and golden. Cover skillet if needed to speed cooking but keep some crispiness. (20 minutes)
  6. Return cooked bacon and sausage to skillet, gently stirring to combine evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. (2 minutes)
  7. Make 6 small wells in skillet mixture and crack an egg into each. Reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and cook until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 5-7 minutes. For firmer yolks, cook a few minutes longer. (7 minutes)
  8. Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over top. Cover again for 1 minute so cheese melts. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving. (3 minutes)

Notes

Use rendered bacon fat to cook potatoes for extra smoky flavor. Bring eggs to room temperature before cooking for even doneness. Cover skillet when cooking eggs to gently steam and avoid rubbery whites. For gluten-free, ensure sausage is gluten-free. For dairy-free, omit cheese or use vegan alternative and use olive oil instead of butter.

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Keywords: breakfast skillet, hearty breakfast, one-pan meal, sausage and eggs, crispy potatoes, brunch recipe

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