Description
Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a delightful breakfast that combines fluffy eggs and crispy potatoes, creating a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Loaded with vibrant vegetables and melted sharp cheddar cheese, this recipe is not just nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a lazy weekend morning, this scrumptious scramble transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary meal your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 300g), diced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup sweet onion, chopped
- ½ cup bell peppers (red or yellow), chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Wash and dice the potatoes, onions, and bell peppers.
- Sauté the potatoes: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter or olive oil. Add diced potatoes and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Add onions and peppers: Stir in chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Whisk the eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs with salt and pepper until frothy.
- Combine: Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with sautéed veggies. Cook on low heat, stirring gently for 3-5 minutes until eggs are just set yet creamy.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the scramble just before finishing to allow it to melt perfectly. Serve hot!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 370mg