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October 22, 2008

Sweet Potato Turkey Hash

Sweet Potato Turkey HashKeep this recipe handy for Thanksgiving leftovers. Since it had eggs, which the kids like, and sweet potatoes along with the turkey for an easy one-pot meal, we decided to try it early.

The kids ate a good bit of it, especially the poached eggs. The sweet potatoes get nice and crispy, which makes this a good dish for brunch or dinner.

(Photo by Eskite Photography, from the book "Not Your Mother's Weeknight Cooking")

Sweet Potato Turkey Hash

Serves 4

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ¼-inch dice

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small red onion, chopped

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 pound skinless cooked turkey breast, cut into ½-inch dice

Salt and freshly ground black or white pepper

4 large or extra-large eggs

Place the sweet potatoes in a saucepan; add enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until the potatoes are just barely tender. Drain well and set aside.

Heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for about 5 minutes, until lightly brown. Add the drained sweet potatoes. Cook, stirring with a spatula, for about 8 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are browned and crispy. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the cooked turkey; season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2 minutes, to heat the turkey.

Make 4 depressions (3 inches in diameter each) into the hash and break 1 egg into each. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the eggs are firm and cooked to the desired degree of doneness. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Cut the hash into 4 portions and serve immediately.

--Adapted from Not Your Mother’s Weeknight Cooking, by Beth Hensperger

Per serving: 374 calories, 36 grams protein, 15 grams fat, 5 grams saturated fat, 22 grams carbohydrate, 4 grams fiber, 293 milligrams cholesterol, 151 milligrams sodium. Analysis by registered dietitian Jodie Shield.

 

Posted by Kate Shatzkin at 6:49 AM | | Comments (0)
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About Hanah Cho
Hanah Cho joined The Baltimore Sun in 2003, just a few years out of college. While covering everything from education to workplace issues to financial services, she also got married and became a first-time mom in December 2009. Now, she’s trying to juggle work and life demands without losing her sanity.

She lives in Columbia with her husband and infant son.

Kate Shatzkin authored Charm City Moms until June 18, 2010.
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