Butternut Squash and Shallot Hash with Fried Eggs

Serves 4
Prep Time 20 min
Cook Time 20 min
This tasty hash with autumn flavours is perfect for a cosy brunch with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • Hash

    • 1 tbsp (15 mL) olive oil
    • ½ cup (125 mL) chopped shallots
    • ⅓ cup (75 mL) diced pancetta
    • 1 red pepper, chopped
    • 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely chopped fresh rosemary
    • Pinch hot pepper flakes
    • 1 butternut squash (about 2 1/2 oz/70 g), peeled, seeded and cubed
    • ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) each salt and pepper
    • ½ cup (125 mL) low-sodium chicken broth
    • 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
    • 1 tbsp (15 mL) apple cider vinegar
    • 1 tbsp (15 mL) honey
    • ¼ cup (60 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
    • 2 tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped fresh chives
  • Fried Eggs

    • 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
    • 4 eggs
    • ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Hash

    • Step 1

      Heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook shallots, pancetta, red pepper, rosemary and hot pepper flakes for 3 to 5 minutes or until vegetables start to soften and pancetta starts to brown.

    • Step 2

      Stir in butternut squash, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes or until squash starts to brown. Stir in broth, butter, vinegar and honey.

    • Step 3

      Cover; cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and squash is tender. Sprinkle with Parmesan and chives.

  • Fried Eggs

    • Step 1

      Meanwhile, melt butter in nonstick skillet set over medium heat; break eggs into skillet. Season with salt and pepper.

    • Step 2

      Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until eggs whites are just set for sunny-side up or cook until done as desired. Divide hash among 4 plates. Top each serving with fried egg.

Nutrition Facts

Per serving
Calories420
Fat23 g
Saturated Fat10 g
Trans Fat0 g
Carbohydrate38 g
Fibre6 g
Sugars13 g
Protein16 g
Sodium780 mg