Matt's Crusty Home Fries

Get ready to elevate your breakfast or brunch game with Matt's Crusty Home Fries—a skillet-cooked masterpiece that delivers golden, crispy potatoes and perfectly tender veggies in every bite! This hearty dish combines russet potatoes, caramelized onions, and vibrant green bell peppers, all seasoned with smoky paprika, garlic powder, and fragrant dried thyme. Cooked to perfection in a mix of olive oil and butter, these home fries boast irresistibly crispy edges and a tender interior. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, they make a mouthwatering side dish that's quick to prepare in just 45 minutes. Whether paired with eggs, bacon, or enjoyed on their own, these ultimate home fries are a comfort food classic you’ll crave time and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium (about 2 lbs) Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into 1/2-inch cubes and place them in a large bowl of cold water to prevent browning and remove excess starch.

Step 2

Peel and dice the onion into small, even pieces. Core and dice the green bell pepper into similarly sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 4

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and start to sizzle.

Step 5

Add the potatoes to the skillet in an even layer. Cook without stirring for about 5 minutes, allowing the bottoms to brown and crisp up.

Step 6

Stir the potatoes gently with a spatula and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine with the potatoes. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and potatoes are golden brown and crusty.

Step 8

Sprinkle the smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir well to evenly coat the potatoes and vegetables in the seasonings.

Step 9

Once the home fries are cooked through and fully crisped, remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 10

Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite breakfast or entrée.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3993.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4209.2

Total Fat 66.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 2885.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 820.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.6g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 109.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 622.1mg	0%
Iron 44.6mg	0%
Potassium 20939.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 76.0%