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Hash Browns

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Hash browns, also spelled hashed browns or hashbrowns, are a popular American breakfast food made of finely julienned potatoes fried until golden brown. They are a staple breakfast item at diners across North America, where they are often fried on a large shared cooktop or grill.

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United States 1
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1. Hash browns - Wikipedia
History
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Hash browns first started appearing on breakfast menus in New York City in the 1890s.
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