Sweet Potato Hash With Bacon

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb sliced bacon, cut into 1/4-inch strips
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Directions

1. 1

   Cook bacon in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels, reserving fat in skillet.

2. 2

   Add onions, bell pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Stir in potatoes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender and starting to brown, 10 to 14 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in thyme, bacon, and salt and pepper to taste.