What’s the difference between a good breakfast and a life-changing one? For me, it was the morning I stumbled into a tiny roadside diner in Montana. After watching the chef work magic with simple ingredients, I spent three days learning his techniques. This recipe—with my systematic approach to efficient cooking—now anchors my breakfast catering service and remains my most-requested dish at private chef events.
Hearty American Breakfast Hash Plate
A robust breakfast plate featuring seasoned ground beef, crispy beef bacon, golden potatoes and eggs served with fresh garnishes for a complete morning meal.
Cook the beef Bacon
In a large 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat, cook chopped beef bacon until crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving the fat in the pan.
Brown the Beef
Add ground beef to the skillet with beef bacon fat. Cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer beef to the plate with beef bacon.
Cook the Potatoes
Add diced potatoes to the skillet in an even layer. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until beginning to brown on the bottom. Stir and continue cooking for another 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender inside.
Add Vegetables and Seasonings
Add onion and bell pepper to the potatoes. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are softened. Add garlic, oregano, paprika, thyme, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Return Proteins to Skillet
Return the cooked beef bacon and ground beef to the skillet, stirring to combine with the potato mixture. Create four wells in the hash for the eggs.
Cook the Eggs
Crack an egg into each well. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and cook for 3-4 minutes until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny (or longer if you prefer firmer yolks).
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle the hash with chopped parsley and sliced green onions. Serve directly from the skillet or divide onto individual plates, with hot sauce on the side if desired.
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Unlike typical breakfast plates that leave you hungry by mid-morning, this hash plate system incorporates the perfect ratio of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates. The combination of crispy potatoes, savory meats, and runny eggs creates a complete meal that sustains energy for hours. Research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that balancing macronutrients like this at breakfast improves cognitive function throughout the day.
The texture contrast makes every bite an adventure—crispy beef bacon, perfectly crisped potatoes, silky egg yolks, and the fresh crunch of scallions. The flavors layer beautifully with the richness of beef, smokiness of beef bacon, earthiness of potatoes, and subtle heat from the seasonings creating a symphony of classic American breakfast notes.
Struggling with hectic mornings? The components can be prepped the night before—dice potatoes (keep in water to prevent browning), chop vegetables, and measure seasonings. This approach reduces morning cooking time by 40%. For larger gatherings, try my sheet pan adaptation that feeds 8-10 people with essentially the same technique but scaled up for entertaining.
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