Breakfast Potatoes

Breakfast Potatoes from Canada.

Cook and rest are read from the method. Prep is estimated when the listing left it out. Optional overnight waits and leftover storage are not counted.

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Measurement system
Prep
35 min
Cook
17 min
Rest
None
Total
52 min
Difficulty
A bit of work
Spice
No chilli
Cost
Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
Breakfast Potatoes

About

Before you do anything, freeze your bacon slices that way when you're ready to prep, it'll be so much easier to chop! Wash the potatoes and cut medium dice into square pieces. To prevent any browning, place the already cut potatoes in a bowl filled with water. In the meantime, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

What you'll need

9 ingredients. Tap each one once it's out on the bench.

0 of 9 ready
4 servings

Ingredients

Scaling multiplies the written quantities. Baking still prefers a scale.

Steps

  1. Step 1

    Before you do anything, freeze your bacon slices that way when you're ready to prep, it'll be so much easier to chop! Wash the potatoes and cut medium dice into square pieces.

  2. Step 2

    To prevent any browning, place the already cut potatoes in a bowl filled with water. In the meantime, heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. Step 3

    Tilt the skillet so the oil spreads evenly. Once the oil is hot, drain the potatoes and add to the skillet.

  4. Step 4

    Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay as needed. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring the potatoes often, until brown.

    10 min

  5. Step 5

    If needed, add a tablespoon more of oil. Chop up the bacon and add to the potatoes.

  6. Step 6

    The bacon will start to render and the fat will begin to further cook the potatoes. Toss it up a bit!

  7. Step 7

    The bacon will take 5-6 minutes to crisp. Once the bacon is cooked, reduce the heat to medium-low, add the minced garlic and toss.

    6 min

  8. Step 8

    Season once more. Add dried or fresh parsley.

  9. Step 9

    Control heat as needed. Let the garlic cook until fragrant, about one minute.

    1 min

  10. Step 10

    Just before serving, drizzle over the maple syrup and toss. Let that cook another minute, giving the potatoes a caramelized effect.

  11. Step 11

    Serve in a warm bowl with a sunny side up egg!

Nutrition

Per serving · estimate

Calories
219 kcal
Protein
10.8 g
Carbs
26.2 g
Fat
7.8 g
Saturated fat
2 g
Fibre
3.1 g
Sugar
4.2 g
Sodium
222 mg

Calculated from canonical ingredient data (USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables). Estimates only.

Allergens

Informational only. Not a medical guarantee. Cross-contamination happens in real kitchens.

  • No major allergens flagged in the structured ingredients.
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Nut-free

Adapt this recipe

The original recipe stays as it is. Personal versions are labelled. Serving changes are simple maths.

Adaptations · 0 / 15 used. Resets 13 November.

Substitutions

  • potato (sweet potato or another starchy side) → sweet potato or another starchy side

    Cook time changes. Sweet potato browns faster.

  • garlic (garlic powder or a pinch of onion) → garlic powder or a pinch of onion

    1 clove ≈ ¼ tsp garlic powder. The fresh bite will be missing.

Tips

  • Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

History & culture

Inspired by the original

Provenance: Imported. Not developed or tested in our kitchen, so quantities and timings can be approximate. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Questions about this recipe

Answers taken from this dish's times, amounts, swaps and tips.

How long does Breakfast Potatoes take?

52 min all in — 35 min prep, 17 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

A bit of work.

How spicy is it?

No chilli.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.

What does it cost to cook?

Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

5 more questions
What equipment do I need?

Frying pan, Mixing bowl.

How much salt do I put in?

The recipe lists Salt at to taste.

What can I use instead?

potato (sweet potato or another starchy side) → sweet potato or another starchy side. Cook time changes. Sweet potato browns faster. garlic (garlic powder or a pinch of onion) → garlic powder or a pinch of onion. 1 clove ≈ ¼ tsp garlic powder. The fresh bite will be missing.

Any tips from this recipe?

Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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