Description
Hearty Irish cheddar and cabbage hash brown skillet brings rustic comfort straight from Ireland’s farmhouse kitchens. Crispy potatoes meld with sharp cheese and tender cabbage, creating a satisfying meal that warms you to the core.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (20-ounce) bag of frozen hash browns
- 10 ounces shredded green cabbage
- 2½ cups shredded Irish cheddar
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or grated
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
Garnish and Additional Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a cozy 375°F, preparing for a rustic culinary adventure.
- Melt butter in a spacious cast iron skillet until it becomes luxuriously frothy and golden.
- Tumble diced onions into the skillet, allowing them to dance and soften, releasing their aromatic essence for 2-3 minutes.
- Introduce shredded cabbage to the pan, seasoning with a whisper of salt, and let it transform into tender, lightly caramelized ribbons over 5-6 minutes.
- Sprinkle minced garlic into the vegetable medley, letting its pungent notes bloom for a brief moment before removing the skillet from heat.
- Gently fold frozen hash browns and Irish cheddar into the vegetable mixture, ensuring every ingredient is lovingly incorporated.
- Smooth the surface with a spatula, creating an even landscape of deliciousness.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven, allowing it to bake for 30-35 minutes until the top achieves a golden, crispy perfection.
- Lavish the surface with an additional layer of cheddar, returning to the oven for 4-5 minutes until the cheese melts into a bubbling, irresistible blanket.
- Extract the skillet from the oven, crown with vibrant chopped green onions, and serve immediately while still steaming and inviting.
Notes
- Perfectly pair this hearty skillet with a crisp green salad or tangy slaw for a balanced meal.
- Choose high-quality Irish cheddar for the most robust and authentic flavor profile.
- Cast iron skillet ensures even heating and creates a beautiful golden-brown crispy crust.
- Frozen hash browns save time and provide consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Make ahead and reheat gently to maintain the crispy edges and melted cheese appeal.
- Fresh green onions add a bright, sharp contrast to the rich and comforting base flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg