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This has to be the ultimate comfort food for me. My dad used to make this for breakfast, he was much more of a morning person. When I make this it is usually for dinner.
Ingredients
Potatoes – I like to use yellow potatoes.
Cheddar cheese – shredded
Vegetable oil
Equipment
Stove – I suppose you could use a hot plate.
Non stick skillet – I have tried using a cast iron skillet but the potatoes tend to stick unless the cast iron is very, very well seasoned.
Spatula – Something to turn the potatoes over
Peeler – Some way to peel the potatoes
Grater – Something to shred the potatoes.
Instructions
Shred the potatoes using a grater or food processor.
Preheat the pan with vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shredded potatoes to the hot skillet and spread them out evenly.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Turn potatoes over, quarter potatoes if you need to
Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
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Course Breakfast, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Breakfast, Easy
Ingredients
4large potatoes
1Cupshredded cheddar cheese
Boom Boom
1TbspVegetable Oil
Instructions
Shred the potatoes using a box grater or food processor.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shredded potatoes to the hot skillet and spread them out evenly.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
Turn potatoes over, quarter potatoes if you need to
Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
Turn potatoes over again
Cook for 5 minutes
Place on a plate – Add Boom Boom to taste.
Notes
For extra crispy potatoes, squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the shredded potatoes before cooking.
Adjust cooking time based on your stove and desired level of crispiness.
Experiment with different cheeses, such as pepper jack or Gruyère.
You can also add other ingredients to the potatoes, such as diced onions, bell peppers, or bacon.
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Make it Easier (Shortcuts):
Use pre-chopped onions from the grocery store to save on prep time.
Instead of shaping individual meatballs, you could gently drop spoonfuls of the mixture directly into the simmering sauce for a more rustic (and quicker) approach, though they might not be perfectly round.
Add More Flavor (Enhancements):
Brown the meatballs: For a deeper, more complex flavor, lightly brown the meatballs in a skillet with a little olive oil before adding them to the tomato sauce.
Add herbs: Stir in a teaspoon of dried Italian herbs or a tablespoon of fresh, chopped parsley or basil to the sauce during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
Serving Suggestions/Drink Pairings:
Serve over your favorite rice.
Serve over mashed potatoes or egg noodles to soak up the delicious tomato sauce.
A simple side salad with a vinaigrette provides a nice contrast to the richness of the meatballs.
Pair with a light-bodied red wine like a Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine like a Sauvignon Blanc. For a non-alcoholic option, sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon is refreshing.
Interesting Variations:
Cheesy Porcupine Meatballs: Add a small cube of mozzarella cheese to the center of each meatball before shaping for a melty surprise.
Mushroom Porcupine Meatballs: Sauté finely chopped mushrooms and add them to the ground beef mixture for an earthy flavor.
Spicy Porcupine Meatballs: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or a dash of hot sauce to the tomato sauce for a little heat.
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