Smoky Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash

Ingredients

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Paprika

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)

Bell pepper

1 large, diced

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Onion

1 medium, diced

Sweet potatoes

2 large, peeled and diced

Bacon

6 slices, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the bacon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
2. In the same skillet with the bacon fat, add the diced sweet potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Continue to cook for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
4. Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
5. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are cooked through and slightly crispy.
6. Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
7. Serve the Smoky Bacon and Sweet Potato Hash hot. Enjoy this delightful meal for breakfast or brunch!