Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs
A hearty breakfast featuring crispy potatoes, smoky bacon, and sweet maple glaze, topped with perfectly fried eggs. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 30 minutes combines chopped bacon, small, diced yellow onion, frozen peas into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 slices, chopped bacon
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch cubes potatoes
- 1/2 small, diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 4 chopped bacon slices in a large skillet over medium heat for 7 minutes until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tbsp bacon grease in the skillet.
- Step 2: Add 2 diced medium potatoes and 1/2 diced small yellow onion to the skillet with the bacon grease. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes until potatoes are golden and crispy.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup frozen peas, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until peas are heated through and sauce thickens.
- Step 4: Stir in cooked bacon and cook for 1 minute. Serve topped with 2 fried eggs (cooked sunny-side up until yolks are runny).
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Bacon Potato Hash with Fried Eggs?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
