Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (sweet, spicy, or Italian work well)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms (white button or cremini), sliced
- 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Optional: fresh herbs like chopped parsley or thyme for garnish
Equipment:
- Large skillet or cast-iron pan
- Large pot
Instructions:
Parboil the potatoes:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened but still firm. Drain well and set aside.
Brown the sausage:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Cook the vegetables:
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally for 6-8 minutes until softened and slightly browned.
- Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
Combine and cook:
- Return the sausage and parboiled potatoes to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fully cooked, golden brown, and crispy.
Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Optionally garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately with your favorite breakfast additions, like fried eggs or toast.
Tips:
- Choice of sausage: Use your preferred variety of breakfast sausage to match your taste. Spicy sausage adds a kick, while sweet or Italian have distinct flavor profiles.
- Potato variety: Yukon Golds work well, but Russets are also suitable for hash.
- Make it ahead: You can parboil the potatoes and cook the sausage and veggies the night before. Store separately in the fridge and assemble in the morning.
- Get creative: Add other vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or even leftover cooked broccoli. Spice things up by adding hot sauce or a pinch of chili flakes.
Enjoy your hearty and satisfying sausage, pepper, and mushroom hash!
