Poorman's Breakfast Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups peeled peeled washed and thinly sliced russet potatoes
• 1/8 cup of all- vegetable shortening (PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY OIL )
• 1/8 cup of chopped sweet onion (optional)
• 1 1/2-2 ounces diced Spam or bologna
• 3 eggs, beaten well
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Melt shortening in a 8 inch cast iron skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   When shortening is hot but not smoking, add potatoes and onions ( if using )sprinkle with desired amount of salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Cover with lid and cook potatoes until slightly softened, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove lid, add meat and turn mixture over.

5. 5

   Cover with lid and cook about 10 more minutes.

6. 6

   Remove lid and cook until potatoes are almost browned.

7. 7

   Push potatoes mixture to one side, and add eggs.

8. 8

   Scramble eggs until desired doneness is reached.

9. 9

   Just before eggs are cooked, push potato mixture into the eggs, and finish cooking eggs.

10. 10

    Eat and ENJOY :).