Sausage Breakfast Skillet—a perfect way to start the day!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (links or ground)
- 4 medium potatoes, diced (or use frozen hash browns)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 small bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite type)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Sausage:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter.
- Add the diced potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy.
- Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and mix with the vegetables.
- Cook the Eggs:
- Make four small wells in the skillet mixture. Crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Add Cheese and Serve:
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet and let it melt.
- Garnish with parsley or chives and serve immediately.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with toast, biscuits, or fresh fruit.
- Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Would you like a variation, such as a casserole version or incorporating different ingredients?