Fleetwood Diner Hippie Hash (interpretation)

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons light-flavored oil (such as canola or peanut)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 large russet potatoes, grated
• 1/8 cup onion, diced
• 1/4 cup tomato, diced
• 1/4 cup mushroom, sliced and sauteed until edges brown
• 1/4 cup broccoli, chopped and steamed until tender
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 slices rye bread, toasted (optional)
• 4 eggs, cooked to order (optional)
• Frank's red hot sauce, it won't be the same without it (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Wrap the grated potatoes in a clean towel or paper towels and ring out all of the water.

2. 2

   Heat the oil and butter in a skillet to medium high heat.

3. 3

   Add the potatoes in a single layer and pat down into pan.

4. 4

   Cover pan and reduce heat to medium.

5. 5

   Let potatoes cook, undisturbed, for approximately 8 - 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove lid and add diced onions.

7. 7

   Periodically lift the browned bottom layer of potatoes with a spatula and mix it all together.

8. 8

   Cook for another 8 - 10 minutes, depending on your stove.

9. 9

   When the potatoes look done, taste them to be sure they're fully cooked.

10. 10

    When they're ready, add the tomatoes, mushrooms & broccoli.

11. 11

    Mix it all up and spoon it onto 2 plates.

12. 12

    Top each portion with half of the crumbled feta.

13. 13

    Serve buttered rye toast and fried eggs alongside.

14. 14

    Douse with lots of hot sauce and enjoy!