Rio Grande Chorizo Potato Nest

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Rio Grande Chorizo Potato Nest packed with bold flavors
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

25 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 small chorizo sausage , links
24 ounces Simply Potatoes & reg ; Shredded Hash Browns
3 teaspoons reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix , divided
4 large eggs , beaten
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups roughly chopped queso blanco
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
8 ounces smoked sausage , sliced thin
6 -8 pickled jalapeno peppers , slices
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
695
Sugar
4g
Fat
50g
Rio Grande Chorizo Potato Nest is a classic Tex-Mex dish that combines spicy chorizo, crispy hash brown potatoes, creamy cheese, and fresh cilantro in a delightful nest shape. Perfectly satisfying, this breakfast classic with a twist is the easiest way to fill your stomach in the morning. Embodying bold flavors, this protein-packed dish makes breakfast feel like a feast. Whether enjoyed by yourself or with the company of friends and family, you can never go wrong with this recipe. The aroma of smoked sausage and spices in the air will be the tell-tale sign that something exciting is cooking in the kitchen.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Grease a 9-inch (23cm) pie dish with cooking spray.
3.Squeeze the chorizo from the casings and cook in a pan over medium heat until browned.
4.Add Simply Potatoes & reg; Shredded Hash Browns and 2 teaspoons of taco seasoning to the pan and mix together.
5.Press the potato and chorizo mix into the bottom and sides of the prepared dish to form a nest.
6.In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cumin, remaining taco seasoning, and half-and-half.
7.Stir in queso blanco, cilantro, and sliced smoked sausage.
8.Pour the mixture into the potato nest.
9.Scatter pickled jalapenos and diced red bell pepper over the top.
10.Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until cooked through.

PROS

This Rio Grande Chorizo Potato Nest is packed with bold, spicy flavors and hearty ingredients.

Perfect for a breakfast or brunch with family and friends.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, cholesterol, and sodium.

It should be indulged as an occasional treat, not a regular part of your diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggs in the recipe provide high-quality protein, vitamins, and minerals that can help maintain muscle mass, boost brain function, and enhance bone health.
Cumin is known to have anti-inflammatory and digestive properties.
Jalapenos may aid in digestion and weight loss while red bell peppers are a good source of Vitamin C.

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