Berner Rösti with Fried Egg and Bacon

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet potatoes, grated
• 8 slices Bacon slices
• 4 large Eggs
• 1/2 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Grate the 4 medium Russet potatoes. Place the grated potatoes in the center of a clean kitchen towel and twist the towel tightly to squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. Discard the liquid.
2. 2In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed grated potatoes with the 1/2 medium Onion, finely chopped, the 1/2 tsp Salt, and the 1/4 tsp Black pepper. Mix gently until everything is evenly distributed.
3. 3Place a large skillet (about 12 inches) over medium heat. Add the 2 tbsp Butter and the 1 tbsp Olive oil. Heat until the butter is melted and the oil is shimmering, about 1-2 minutes. This is approximately 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Carefully spread the potato mixture evenly across the bottom of the heated skillet. Press down gently with a spatula to form a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes without disturbing, until the bottom is deeply golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the rösti using a large spatula and cook the other side for another 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
5. 5While the rösti is cooking, place the 8 slices Bacon in a separate, cold skillet. Cook over medium heat, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Reserve the skillet with the bacon drippings.
6. 6Once the rösti is golden brown and crispy on both sides, carefully slide it onto a serving platter. Keep the skillet with the bacon drippings warm over low heat.
7. 7Crack the 4 large Eggs into the skillet with the bacon drippings. Fry the eggs to your desired doneness, about 2-4 minutes for sunny-side up or until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to your preference. You can cover the skillet briefly to help cook the tops of the eggs if desired.
8. 8Serve the Berner Rösti immediately, topped with the crispy 8 slices Bacon and the freshly fried 4 large Eggs.

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