Doubletree Start Right Breakfast Recipe

Decide which meat you'll serve: bacon, sausage links, or a ham slice. Prepare a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet and heat it over medium. For bacon: lay 3 strips in the cold skillet, then turn heat to medium and cook 4–6 minutes, flipping occasionally, until crisped to your liking. Transfer to a paper-towel–lined plate to drain; keep skillet for hash browns and eggs.

For sausage links: add 2 links to the skillet and brown over medium heat, rolling occasionally, 2–3 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons water, cover, and let steam 4–6 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 160°F/71°C). Remove and keep warm.

For ham: heat a little oil or butter in the skillet over medium. Add the ham slice and sear 1–2 minutes per side until warmed and lightly browned. Remove and keep warm.

Preheat and prepare

If using fresh shredded potato, squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel and pat dry. If frozen, thaw slightly and pat dry. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon butter in the same skillet used for the meat over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add 1 cup shredded hash browns in an even layer and press down with a spatula. Season the top with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Cook undisturbed 4–6 minutes until the underside is golden and crisp.

Flip in sections (or invert onto a plate and slide back into the pan) and cook an additional 3–4 minutes until both sides are crisp and potatoes are cooked through. Transfer to plate and keep warm with the meat.

Scrambled (hotel-style)

Lower heat to medium-low and add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. In a small bowl, whisk 2 large eggs with a pinch of salt (about 1/8–1/4 tsp) and a pinch of pepper. Pour eggs into the skillet and let them set for 10–15 seconds, then gently push cooked edges toward the center with a spatula, tilting the pan to allow uncooked egg to flow underneath. Continue folding gently until eggs are softly set but still creamy, about 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat; residual heat will finish them.

Fried (sunny-side or over-easy)

If you prefer fried eggs: heat 1 teaspoon butter over medium. Crack eggs into the skillet (one at a time) and cook sunny-side up 2–3 minutes until whites are set; for over-easy, flip gently and cook 10–20 seconds more for slightly runny yolks. Season with salt and pepper.

Arrange the plate: place the cooked hash browns, the two eggs (scrambled or fried), and your chosen meat (bacon, sausage, or ham). Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve ketchup or hot sauce on the side.

Serve immediately while hot. Estimated single-plate portion yields one full Doubletree Start Right Breakfast.