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Cowboy Breakfast Recipe

Experience the hearty flavors of the Wild West with this easy one-pan Cowboy Breakfast! Inspired by a true pioneer reenactment recipe, this simple yet satisfying meal combines savory sausage, crispy hash browns, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese for a truly unforgettable breakfast. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun campfire cookout, leftovers reheat beautifully. Easily customizable to feed 2 or 6, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for families and adventurers alike. Get ready to saddle up for a delicious culinary adventure!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 773.1 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cowboy Breakfast

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How to Make Cowboy Breakfast

  1. Brown 1 pound of sausage in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  2. Add 2 cups of frozen hash browns to the pot. Stir occasionally until potatoes are cooked through and slightly crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk 6-9 large eggs (depending on desired serving size) with a fork until lightly beaten.
  4. Pour the beaten eggs into the pot with the sausage and hash browns. Gently stir until the eggs are cooked through but still slightly moist, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle 1-2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) over the mixture. Stir gently until the cheese is melted and incorporated.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty Cowboy Breakfast! This dish is also fantastic reheated.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

54g

Carbs

21g

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