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Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble

A delicious breakfast dish combining crispy potatoes, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Potatoes, diced
  • 4 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for fluffiest results.
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded Experiment with different cheeses for variations.
  • 1 cup Ham or bacon, diced Optional ingredient for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or butter For frying the potatoes.

Method
 

Cooking the Potatoes
  1. Dice the potatoes and cook them in a pan with olive oil or butter over medium heat until crispy and golden.
Preparing the Eggs
  1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Push the potatoes to one side of the pan and pour the eggs into the other side.
  3. Scramble the eggs gently until cooked through.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Mix in the cheese and optional ham or bacon until everything is combined and the cheese is melted.
Serving
  1. Serve hot for breakfast, with optional sides like toast, fresh fruit, or a warm biscuit.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. For best results, ensure potatoes are crispy and consider adding a splash of milk or cream for creamier eggs.