Canadian · Breakfast
Breakfast Potatoes
Crispy diced potatoes cooked with bacon, garlic, and herbs, finished with a drizzle of maple syrup for caramelized edges. These hearty breakfast potatoes make the perfect side dish for eggs and are elevated with the sweet-savory maple bacon combination.
The Method
Instructions
First things first, pop your bacon slices in the freezer for a bit. This little trick makes chopping them a breeze later on, so when you're ready to prep, you won't be wrestling with floppy bacon strips. It's a small step that really pays off!
Next up, give those potatoes a good wash to get rid of any dirt or grit. Then, grab your knife and cut them into medium dice,think nice little square pieces that are about the size of a dice on a board game. To keep these beauties from turning brown and looking a bit sad, drop the cut potatoes into a bowl of cold water. This helps keep them fresh and crisp until you're ready to cook.
While your potatoes are resting in their water bath, heat up about 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. To make sure the oil covers the whole surface, give the skillet a little tilt and swirl so it spreads evenly. We want every potato piece to have its moment with the oil!
Once your oil is nice and hot,give it a moment; you might see it shimmer a bit,drain the potatoes well and add them to the skillet. Now, sprinkle on some salt and pepper to taste, and if you're feeling adventurous, add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning. This will add a little extra zing that's just perfect for breakfast potatoes.
Cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes, stirring them pretty often so they brown evenly on all sides. You want that golden crust, the kind that's slightly crispy but still tender inside. If you notice the pan getting a little dry during cooking, don't hesitate to add another tablespoon of oil to keep things cooking smoothly.
Once your potatoes are looking beautifully browned, it's bacon time! Chop up your chilled bacon slices into bite sized pieces and toss them in with the potatoes. The bacon will start to release its delicious fat, which helps to cook the potatoes even more and adds that rich, smoky flavor we all love. Give everything a good toss and stir. It will take about 5 to 6 minutes for the bacon to crisp up nicely, so keep an eye on it and enjoy that mouthwatering aroma filling your kitchen.
When the bacon is just right and nicely crisped, turn your heat down to medium low. Add your minced garlic to the skillet and mix everything together. This is a good time to taste and adjust your seasonings,maybe a bit more salt or pepper, and toss in some fresh or dried parsley for a pop of color and a fresh herbal note. If the garlic is cooking too fast or starting to brown too much, lower the heat a bit; we want it to soften and release its fragrance gently.
Let the garlic cook until you can really smell that amazing garlicky aroma, which usually takes about one minute. This quick step adds so much character to the dish; trust me, it's worth the little wait.
Now, here comes the best part! Just before you're ready to serve, drizzle a little maple syrup over the skillet and give everything another toss. Let it cook for about another minute, allowing the syrup to caramelize slightly and coat those potatoes and bacon with a subtle sweet glaze. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory that will make your breakfast extra special.
Finally, serve your delicious breakfast potatoes in a warm bowl and top with a sunny side up egg. The runny yolk will add an irresistible creaminess that ties everything together beautifully. Enjoy every bite, you've earned it!
Next up, give those potatoes a good wash to get rid of any dirt or grit. Then, grab your knife and cut them into medium dice,think nice little square pieces that are about the size of a dice on a board game. To keep these beauties from turning brown and looking a bit sad, drop the cut potatoes into a bowl of cold water. This helps keep them fresh and crisp until you're ready to cook.
While your potatoes are resting in their water bath, heat up about 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. To make sure the oil covers the whole surface, give the skillet a little tilt and swirl so it spreads evenly. We want every potato piece to have its moment with the oil!
Once your oil is nice and hot,give it a moment; you might see it shimmer a bit,drain the potatoes well and add them to the skillet. Now, sprinkle on some salt and pepper to taste, and if you're feeling adventurous, add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning. This will add a little extra zing that's just perfect for breakfast potatoes.
Cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes, stirring them pretty often so they brown evenly on all sides. You want that golden crust, the kind that's slightly crispy but still tender inside. If you notice the pan getting a little dry during cooking, don't hesitate to add another tablespoon of oil to keep things cooking smoothly.
Once your potatoes are looking beautifully browned, it's bacon time! Chop up your chilled bacon slices into bite sized pieces and toss them in with the potatoes. The bacon will start to release its delicious fat, which helps to cook the potatoes even more and adds that rich, smoky flavor we all love. Give everything a good toss and stir. It will take about 5 to 6 minutes for the bacon to crisp up nicely, so keep an eye on it and enjoy that mouthwatering aroma filling your kitchen.
When the bacon is just right and nicely crisped, turn your heat down to medium low. Add your minced garlic to the skillet and mix everything together. This is a good time to taste and adjust your seasonings,maybe a bit more salt or pepper, and toss in some fresh or dried parsley for a pop of color and a fresh herbal note. If the garlic is cooking too fast or starting to brown too much, lower the heat a bit; we want it to soften and release its fragrance gently.
Let the garlic cook until you can really smell that amazing garlicky aroma, which usually takes about one minute. This quick step adds so much character to the dish; trust me, it's worth the little wait.
Now, here comes the best part! Just before you're ready to serve, drizzle a little maple syrup over the skillet and give everything another toss. Let it cook for about another minute, allowing the syrup to caramelize slightly and coat those potatoes and bacon with a subtle sweet glaze. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory that will make your breakfast extra special.
Finally, serve your delicious breakfast potatoes in a warm bowl and top with a sunny side up egg. The runny yolk will add an irresistible creaminess that ties everything together beautifully. Enjoy every bite, you've earned it!
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