Description
A comforting Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble, perfect for cozy mornings and weekend brunches. Crispy potatoes and creamy cheese create delicious flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced ham or bacon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook until crispy and golden, about 10-15 minutes.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and mix in optional ham or bacon.
- Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet, pour the egg mixture into the other side, and scramble until cooked through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes and scrambled eggs, allowing it to melt.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For the best results, use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds, and experiment with different cheese varieties for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 400mg