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A delicious Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble served on a plate, topped with herbs.

Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble

A quick and delicious cheesy potato egg scramble that's perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded Can be substituted with your favorite cheese.
  • 1/2 cup ham or bacon, diced (optional) Omit for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, cooking them until they are golden brown and crispy—this should take about 10 to 15 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  3. If you’re adding ham or bacon, toss it into the skillet now, cooking until it’s heated through.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the whisked eggs over the browned potatoes and meat in the skillet.
  6. Gently stir the mixture until the eggs are just set, ensuring they remain fluffy.
  7. Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, covering it for a minute to allow the cheese to melt.
  8. Serve your cheesy potato egg scramble hot, garnished with green onions or parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra crispiness, parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes before frying. For a flavorful kick, add a dash of hot sauce. Feel free to mix in some chopped bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.