Description
Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a delightful breakfast dish that combines fluffy eggs, tender potatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese for a warm and satisfying meal. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy the simple pleasure of this comforting scramble, which promises to elevate your mornings with its rich flavors and hearty texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (about 1 cup diced)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes, then dice them into small cubes. Chop green onions finely.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced potatoes and season with salt. Sauté for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Crack eggs into the skillet with the potatoes. Stir gently while cooking until the eggs start to set but remain soft.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the mixture and cover with a lid for 1-2 minutes until melted.
- Fold in chopped green onions just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 360mg