Potato, Bacon and Bell Pepper Hash

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 large yellow potatoes, cut into ¼ inch fries (about 3½ cups)
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme, crumbled
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Cook bacon in a 10 inch cast iron frypan over medium heat until crispy and fat is rendered, about 6 – 8 minutes.
3. Drain off all but 1 tbsp of bacon fat. Add potatoes and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until slightly browned, about 7 – 9 minutes.
4. Add red pepper and onion; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, thyme, salt and pepper.
5. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
6. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with cheese and continue to bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.