Description
A warm and comforting cheesy potato egg scramble perfect for breakfast or brunch, blending golden potatoes with fluffy scrambled eggs and gooey cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced turkey bacon (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil or a pat of butter over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally.
- If using, add the turkey bacon to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until crispy.
- Meanwhile, crack the eggs into a bowl, whisk with salt and pepper, then pour over the cooked potatoes and bacon. Stir gently until the eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top of the eggs when they are almost set, allowing it to melt before serving hot.
Notes
Feel free to add vegetables or substitute cheeses for a twist on this classic dish. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
Keywords: breakfast, cheesy eggs, potato scramble, easy breakfast, brunch recipe