Hearty German Farmer's Breakfast (Bauernfruhstuck)

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon, diced
• 3 large potatoes, cooked and cubed (slightly undercooked)
• 1 small green pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons onions, chopped
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
• 6 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk

Directions

1. 1

   In a skillet over low heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove to paper towel. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings; add potatoes, green pepper, onion, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until the potatoes are golden brown.

2. 2

   Stir in eggs and milk, and cook and stir until eggs are almost set, about 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Reduce heat to low. Add cheese and bacon, stirring gently until heated through and eggs are set.

4. 4

   Serve immediately.

5. 5

   Leftovers are tasty the following day. Good wrapped in a flour tortilla for a breakfast burrito, breakfast on the go.

6. 6

   Serves 4 to 6.