Idaho Breakfast Potatoes - Ranch Style

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen hash browns

Sweet potatoes add nutrients and flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds richness.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor without dairy.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini is lower in calories and adds moisture.

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes.

Soak the diced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

Drain and pat the potatoes dry with a clean towel.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the diced potatoes to the skillet in a single layer.

Cook the potatoes for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and green onions.

If desired, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and cover until melted.

Cooking Techniques

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