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Cheesy potato egg scramble served in a bowl with fresh herbs

Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble

A comforting dish combining crispy diced potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs, and gooey cheddar cheese, perfect for brunch or a quick weeknight dinner.
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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 diced potatoes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced ham or bacon optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Chopped green onions for garnish, optional

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes. Cook until they’re golden brown and crispy, roughly 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. If using, stir in the diced ham or bacon and allow it to heat through.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs with salt and pepper before pouring them over the cooked potatoes in the skillet.
  5. Gently stir the mixture to scramble the eggs with the potatoes and any meat until fully cooked.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover the skillet, and let it sit for about a minute to melt the cheese.
  7. If desired, sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving warm.

Notes

For extra crispy potatoes, soak the diced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking. Experiment with spices like paprika or garlic powder for enhanced flavor. Mix different cheeses for a richer taste.