Eggs in Crispy Hash Brown Baskets
A delightful twist on breakfast featuring crunchy hash brown baskets filled with perfectly cooked eggs and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large potatoes
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions, diced bell peppers, cooked bacon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the potatoes and grate them finely. Rinse the grated potatoes to remove excess starch, then dry thoroughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes with salt and pepper.
- Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Pack the seasoned grated potatoes into muffin cups to form nests.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until baskets are crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and crack an egg into each basket.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each egg.
- Return to the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes until eggs are cooked to your liking.
- Let cool slightly before serving and garnish with optional toppings.
Notes
Ensure to squeeze out excess moisture from potatoes for crispy baskets. You can experiment with different cheeses and add herbs for extra flavor.
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