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Loaded Hashbrowns

Loaded Hashbrowns

  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian option available

Description

Loaded Hashbrowns are a comforting and hearty breakfast or brunch dish featuring crispy shredded potatoes topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh green onions. This flavorful recipe delivers the perfect texture with crispy edges and a soft center. Easy to customize and scale, it’s an excellent choice for satisfying morning hunger and pleasing a crowd.

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 2 cups shredded fresh potatoes or thawed frozen shredded potatoes

Toppings

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons butter or bacon grease
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Potatoes: Start by shredding fresh potatoes or thaw and drain frozen shredded potatoes thoroughly to remove excess moisture, which is key to achieving crispiness.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Fry bacon slices over medium heat until crispy, then drain on paper towels and crumble into bite-sized pieces. Save some bacon grease or use fresh butter for frying the hashbrowns.
  3. Sauté the Hashbrowns: Heat butter or bacon fat in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Spread the shredded potatoes evenly and cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then carefully flip to crisp the other side.
  4. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the hashbrowns and scatter the crumbled bacon and sliced green onions on top. Cover the pan briefly to let the cheese melt perfectly.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once the cheese is bubbly and toppings are heated through, serve immediately to enjoy the satisfying combination of crispy, cheesy, and savory bites.

Notes

  • Dry potatoes well with a clean towel to avoid soggy hashbrowns.
  • Use a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and make flipping easier.
  • Don’t stir the potatoes too much to allow a crispy crust to develop.
  • Cover the pan briefly when adding cheese to ensure even melting without overcooking.
  • Prep bacon and toppings ahead of time for faster assembly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg

Keywords: loaded hashbrowns, breakfast, brunch, crispy potatoes, cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, comfort food

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