Are you ready to kickstart your day with a hearty meal that’s sure to satisfy even the hungriest of cowboys? Look no further than Joe's Favorite Cowboy Breakfast! This mouthwatering dish combines savory breakfast sausage, crispy potatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs, all topped with melty cheese. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a breakfast that’s not only delicious but also brings a taste of the wild west right to your kitchen. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to impress your family or guests with a breakfast that’s as bold as it is comforting—let’s saddle up and dive into this irresistible recipe!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing potatoes into small, uniform cubes and setting aside. Shred cheese if not pre-shredded.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add breakfast sausage and break into small crumbles using a wooden spatula.
- Cook sausage until browned and fully cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Remove cooked sausage from skillet, leaving behind the rendered fat. Add diced potatoes to the same skillet and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté potatoes in sausage drippings, stirring frequently, until golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 10-12 minutes.
- Return cooked sausage to the skillet with potatoes and mix gently to combine.
- Create four small wells in the potato and sausage mixture. Crack an egg into each well.
- Cover skillet and cook eggs until whites are set but yolks remain slightly runny, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the entire skillet and allow to melt for 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately, directly from the skillet for a rustic cowboy-style presentation.
Tips
- Choose Quality Sausage: For the best flavor, opt for a high-quality breakfast sausage. You can even experiment with different types, such as spicy or sage-flavored, to add a unique twist to the dish.
- Uniform Potato Cuts: Make sure to dice your potatoes into small, uniform cubes. This ensures they cook evenly and achieve that perfect crispy texture.
- Use a Cast-Iron Skillet: A cast-iron skillet not only enhances the flavor but also retains heat well, giving your potatoes a nice golden crust.
- Don’t Rush the Eggs: When cracking the eggs into the wells, be patient. Covering the skillet helps the eggs cook evenly, so resist the urge to peek too soon!
- Customize Your Cheese: Feel free to mix and match different cheeses! Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even pepper jack can elevate this dish to new heights.
- Serve with Style: For a rustic cowboy presentation, serve directly from the skillet. Pair it with some fresh fruit or a side of toast for a complete breakfast experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 503kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 34g
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Cholesterol: 285mg
