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Baked Egg Hashbrown Nests

Baked Egg Hashbrown Nests

These adorable nests are crispy on the outside and hold a perfectly baked egg in the center. By mixing white and sweet potatoes, you get a balance of savory starch and subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with salty pancetta.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Hash: 6oz white potato grated, 2.5oz sweet potato (grated), 1 small red onion (chopped)
  • Flavor: 1.75oz pancetta chopped, 1/2 cup grated Cheddar, 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Filling: 8 eggs

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Clean kitchen towel

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Squeeze grated potatoes dry in a clean towel. Removing moisture is key for crispiness.
  2. Mix potatoes with onion, pancetta, cheese, and oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Press mixture into 8 holes of a greased muffin tin to form deep nests.
  4. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15-20 mins until edges brown.
  5. Crack an egg into each nest. Bake 10-15 mins further until whites are set.

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