Southwest Hash Browns

Sometimes you need a little flavor or color in your life. Yes? Do things feel dull and boring? Maybe you just need some peppers in your potatoes. Don’t get me wrong. I love regular ol’ hash browns. Sort of like I love a cozy night at home in my sweats. But sometimes I need some excitement . . . and that’s when I get dressed up and go out. Or I make me some Southwest hash browns. At home. In my sweats. They’ll bring flavor and color to your llfe.
2 c frozen hash browns
1 c corn
2 T finely diced green peppers
2 T finely diced red peppers
2 green onions, sliced
1 c shredded cheddar jack cheese
1½ T yellow cornmeal
2 eggs, beaten
¼ t salt
1/8 t pepper
2 T canola oil
optional toppings: sour cream and salsa
In large bowl mix hash browns, corn, green peppers, red peppers, onions and cheese. Mix well. Stir in cornmeal, eggs, salt and pepper. Heat oil in large skillet or griddle using medium heat. Cook hash browns until golden, 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden. Top with sour cream and salsa, if desired.