Gouda Egg Skillet with Fiber-Rich Hash Browns
Crispy hash browns pan-seared with fiber-packed black beans and spinach, topped with fluffy eggs and rich Gouda cheese.
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Karen + Lila
Karen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Keep leftover portions stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet…
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Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet…
Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat at 350°F (175°C) for 1 minute until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Add shredded potato and spread into an…
Add shredded potato and spread into an even layer; cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
Look for: the bottom is golden brown
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Flip the potatoes
Flip the potatoes, then stir in black beans and spinach; cook for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Look for: the spinach wilts
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Crack eggs directly into small wells formed…
Crack eggs directly into small wells formed in the potato mixture.
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Reduce heat to medium
Reduce heat to medium, sprinkle shredded Gouda cheese over the top, and cover with a lid.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Cook covered for 3 to 4 minutes…
Cook covered for 3 to 4 minutes until egg whites are set and cheese is fully melted.
Look for: egg whites are set and cheese is fully melted
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Remove skillet from heat and let sit…
Remove skillet from heat and let sit for 1 minute before serving.
Allow: 1 minute
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