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Haunted Hash Browns

Haunted Hash Browns: Spooky Crispy Delights for Halloween

These Haunted Hash Browns are a crispy, festive breakfast that will delight kids and adults alike this Halloween.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Hash Browns
  • 2 large Russet potatoes Starchy varieties for extra crispiness
  • 0.5 cup Onion Chopped; consider using green onions for color
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked; adjust to preference
  • 3 tablespoon Vegetable oil For frying; use canola if preferred
For the Spooky Garnishes
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Mozzarella or cheddar for melting
  • 0.5 cup Black olives Sliced into spooky eyes
  • 0.5 cup Sour cream For a ghostly effect

Equipment

  • skillet
  • grater
  • bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight Container
  • Freezer bags

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and grate the potatoes into fine shreds, soaking in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and dry.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet and sauté chopped onion until translucent and browned; set aside.
  3. Add more oil to the skillet, layer in grated potatoes, and cook until golden brown, flipping once.
  4. Top with shredded cheese and olives once golden and crispy, allowing cheese to melt.
  5. Transfer to a platter, dollop with sour cream, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These hash browns are perfect for Halloween and can be topped with various spooky garnishes to enhance presentation.

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