Description
This Irish Cheddar & Cabbage Hash Brown Skillet is a comforting and savory dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a hearty side. Featuring crispy hash browns layered with tender sautéed cabbage, sweet onions, and sharp Irish cheddar cheese, it combines rustic flavors in a simple one-pan recipe that bakes to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups shredded russet potatoes or frozen hash browns
- 3 cups thinly sliced cabbage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Dairy
- 1½ cups grated Irish cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and shred fresh russet potatoes or thaw frozen hash browns. Thinly slice the cabbage, dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the Irish cheddar cheese to have all components ready.
- Sauté Aromatics and Cabbage: In a large oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the sliced cabbage and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the cabbage becomes tender.
- Add Potatoes and Season: Incorporate the shredded or thawed potatoes into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Season the mixture evenly with salt and pepper and gently mix to combine. Press the potato mixture into an even, compact layer in the skillet for even cooking.
- Cook until Crispy & Bake with Cheese: Cook the hash brown layer on medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes, allowing the bottom to develop a crispy crust. Once crisp, sprinkle the grated Irish cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil or bake for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and golden brown on top.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, slice, and serve the hash brown skillet hot for a delicious, satisfying meal.
Notes
- Using either fresh shredded potatoes or frozen hash browns works well for this recipe. For fresh potatoes, be sure to squeeze out excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
- If an oven-safe skillet is not available, transfer the hash browns to a baking dish for the broiling step.
- Broiling adds a beautiful golden crust to the cheese, but baking at 375°F (190°C) until melted and golden also works.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley to the cabbage sauté.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.
