Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash Delight!
Kick start your day with a burst of flavors provided by our heartwarming Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash, a delightful breakfast meal that will invigorate your mornings and energize your entire day. Also an excellent choice for brunch or a cozy breakfast at home for fuel and warmth.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Reasons to make Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
Making this Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash is an excellent choice for it is a versatile breakfast meal that can also serve as your brunch or you can simply treat yourself with this wholesome dish. It perfectly marries sweet, salty, and smoky into one delightful bite.
How to Make Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
Ingredients:
– 4 slices bacon, chopped
– 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 small onion, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 2 tbsp maple syrup
– 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
– Eggs, depending on your liking (optional for serving)
Directions:
1. Over medium heat, cook the bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Set aside and keep the bacon fat.
2. Add sweet potatoes to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes or until they begin to soften. Stir occasionally.
3. Add onion and red bell pepper and cook for another 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
4. Add crispy bacon, maple syrup, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper and continue cooking for another 3 minutes for flavors to blend.
5. Serve immediately. For garnish, use fresh parsley and put sunny-side-up egg on top if preferred.
How to serve Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
This dish is best served when hot. Garnish it with fresh parsley and a sunny-side-up egg on top. Can pair well with a glass of fresh juice or herbal tea.
How to store Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
This dish can be stored in an air-tight container and refrigerated. It can stay up to four days. To reheat, lightly pan fry until warm.
Tips to make Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash
– Consider the size of the diced potatoes. Make sure they are evenly cut for a uniform cooking time.
– For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use your preferred cooking oil.
– Sweet potatoes can be replaced with regular potatoes if preferred.
Variations
You can add other vegetables like zucchini or squash for a more nutrient-packed meal. You can also add herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
FAQs
Q1: Can I use other types of syrup instead of maple syrup?
Answer: Yes, you may use honey or agave syrup as a substitute.
Q2: What type of bacon can I use for this recipe?
Answer: You can use any type of bacon but a smoked one will lend the best flavor.
Q3: How do I prevent the sweet potatoes from becoming too mushy?
Answer: The key is to stir occasionally and manage your heat properly. Also, the size of your diced sweet potatoes matters. They should not be too small to avoid mushing when cooked.
Immerse yourself with the sweet, salty, and smoky combo in every bite of this dish, perfect for everyday breakfast or impress your brunch buddies. Delightfully delicious and undeniably nutritious.