Breakfast Potatoes

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Freeze the bacon slices before prepping so they will be easier to chop.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Wash the potatoes and cut them into medium square dice.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of water to prevent browning.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   Heat 1–2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Tilt the skillet so the oil spreads evenly.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Drain the potatoes and add them to the hot skillet.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Season with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning as needed.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Cook for 10 minutes, stirring the potatoes often, until browned. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed.

   10 min
9. 9
   Step 9:

   Chop the bacon and add it to the potatoes.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Toss the potatoes and bacon, then cook for 5–6 minutes until the bacon is crisp and its rendered fat further cooks the potatoes.

    5–6 min
11. 11
    Step 11:

    Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the minced garlic, and toss.

12. 12
    Step 12:

    Season again and add dried or fresh parsley. Adjust the heat as needed.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Cook the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

    1 min
14. 14
    Step 14:

    Just before serving, drizzle with maple syrup and toss.

15. 15
    Step 15:

    Cook for 1 more minute to caramelize the potatoes.

16. 16
    Step 16:

    Serve in a warm bowl with a sunny-side-up egg.