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Potato-Bacon Hash

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Potato-Bacon HashMarcus Nilsson

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    30 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
1 1/2 pounds red bliss or Yukon gold potatoes, washed and cut into small chunks
1 bunch scallions, white and green parts (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1. In a heavy skillet, cook the bacon until crisp. Transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate.

    Step 2

    2. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the fat and return the pan to high heat.

    Step 3

    3. Add the potatoes, white scallions (if using), garlic, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil.

    Step 4

    4. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the potatoes are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

    Step 5

    5. Add the bacon, broken into pieces. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes more.

    Step 6

    6. Remove from heat, garnish with the green scallions (if using), and serve.

TagsHashAmericanRed Skin PotatoPotatoRoot VegetableVegetableYukon Gold PotatoBaconCured MeatMeatSideBrunchBreakfastDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut Free30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerEasyCookie Magazine

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