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Crispy Ultimate Meat Lovers Breakfast Skillet

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A hearty and indulgent breakfast skillet loaded with crispy bacon, sausage, golden potatoes, and runny eggs, perfect for brunch or weekend feasts.

Ingredients

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  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 8 ounces breakfast sausage (bulk or links sliced)
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, diced small (about 2 cups)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced (red or green, optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 large eggs, preferably room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients (10 minutes): Dice the potatoes into small, even cubes (about ½ inch). Chop the onion and bell pepper. Mince the garlic. Slice the sausage if using links. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Bacon (8-10 minutes): Place bacon slices in a cold skillet and turn heat to medium. Cook slowly, turning occasionally, until crispy and golden. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Reserve about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan; discard excess fat or save for another use.
  3. Cook Sausage (5-7 minutes): Add sausage to the skillet with bacon fat over medium-high heat. Break it up and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside with the bacon.
  4. Sauté Potatoes and Veggies (15 minutes): Add olive oil or butter to the skillet if needed. Toss in diced potatoes, spreading them evenly. Let them cook undisturbed for a few minutes to develop a crispy edge, then stir occasionally until tender and golden. Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic halfway through cooking. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine Meats and Cheese (2 minutes): Return bacon and sausage to the skillet, mixing gently with potatoes and veggies. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly on top. Lower heat to medium-low.
  6. Cook Eggs (4-6 minutes): Create four small wells in the skillet mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil, cooking until eggs reach your preferred doneness—about 4 minutes for runny yolks, 6 for firmer. Watch closely to avoid overcooking.
  7. Finish and Garnish (1 minute): Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or chives for freshness and a pop of color. Serve straight from the pan.

Notes

For best crispiness, cook potatoes undisturbed for several minutes before stirring. Use room temperature eggs for even cooking. If potatoes aren’t crisping enough, increase heat slightly but watch for burning. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook potatoes in batches if needed. Bacon fat adds great flavor when rendered slowly. For gluten-free, double-check sausage labels. Dairy-free options include plant-based cheese or omitting cheese. Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of water to keep eggs moist.

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