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Cheesy Chorizo Potato Hash

Barbara
A hearty delicious meal that comes together quickly for those nights when you are at a loss for what to make for dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course brunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 lb Chorizo sausage, casing removed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red, orange, and/or yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • cups Cheddar cheese, grated
  • ½ cup sour cream, to serve
  • ¼ cup salsa, to serve
  • sliced Jalapeño, optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced potatoes and chopped onion, and cook until potatoes are soft and onions are starting to brown, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove potato/onion mixture from the skillet. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
  • Brown Chorizo sausage in the skillet, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula as it cooks.
  • Once Chorizo is browned and cooked through, add bell pepper(s) and cook until softened slightly. Return potato/onion mixture to the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Season mixture with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Add minced garlic, stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and top mixture with shredded cheese. Cover skillet and let sit for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and salsa, and garnish with a few slices of Jalapeño if desired.
Keyword cheddar cheese, Chorizo, potatoes