Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
A delightful and hearty breakfast dish made with crispy potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced ham or bacon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown.
- While the potatoes are cooking, whisk the eggs in a separate bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- If desired, add diced ham or bacon to the skillet once the potatoes are cooked through.
- Push the crispy potatoes to one side and pour the beaten eggs into the other side of the skillet.
- Gently stir the eggs as they begin to scramble.
- Just before the eggs are fully cooked, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Mix everything together, ensuring the eggs are set and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of water.
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