Sicilian Hash Recipes

SALAMI, BACON AND SPINACH HASH

Steps:

• Cook the bacon over medium-high heat in a 12-inch nonstick skillet, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the bacon using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
• Add the potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to the pan juices. Cook, stirring frequently, until brown and crisp, about 25 minutes. Remove the potatoes using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Add the oil, onion, bell pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
• Add the spinach, salami, nutmeg, orange zest, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 4 minutes. Stir in the bacon and potatoes.
• Make 4 indentations in the hash and break an egg into each. Cook until the eggs are cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE, SICILIAN STYLE

Steps:

• To prepare casings: Let casings soak in cool water about five minutes to remove salt on outer surface (no longer, or they will become too tender to stuff) and flush salt from the inside by placing one end on faucet nozzle and turn on cold tap water (if you see holes or water leaking, cut and discard).
• Remove casing from faucet and gently squeeze out water; cover rinsed casings and refrigerate until ready to use.
• Mix all the ingredients and let stand for 1 hour.
• Mix again and then stuff into casings.
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SICILIAN POTATO BAKE (HASH BROWNS & MOZZARELLA)

Steps:

• Prepare Beau Monde seasoning: In a small mixing bowl, mix together all ingredients. Pour into a tightly closed jar and store in a cool, dry place.
• Prepare a shallow 6 cup casserole with a little margarine or spray oil.
• Layering in order listed, place first 7 ingredients in casserole; use half the amounts for the first 4 ingredients (those marked \"divided\").
• Then layer the remaining amounts of the first 4.
• Pour milk over top.
• Cover with foil, but loosely, so steam can escape.
• Bake 425 degrees for 25 minutes.
• Remove foil.
• Bake 5 more minutes.
• Remove and let stand a minute or two before cutting.

CHILI HASH

Steps:

• Place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 7 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain potatoes and add to the skillet. Stir in the chili starter, peas, parsley and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream if desired.