Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
A quick and satisfying dish featuring crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for any meal of the day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 large potatoes, diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: 1/2 cup diced ham or bacon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced potatoes, spreading them evenly. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- While the potatoes cook, crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk with salt and pepper.
- Push the crispy potatoes to one side and pour the whisked eggs into the other side, scrambling until just set.
- If using, add diced ham or bacon to the skillet and mix all ingredients together.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and stir until well combined and cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For extra crispy potatoes, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking. You can also swap in different cheeses or add vegetables for variety.
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