Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble
Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a heartwarming dish that combines fluffy scrambled eggs, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner, this recipe brings comfort to your table in just 30 minutes. Customize it with your favorite vegetables for a personalized twist that will delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (300g), diced
- 4 large eggs (240g)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (120g)
- 1 small onion (70g), chopped
- ½ bell pepper (75g), diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion and bell pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add oil or butter. Sauté the potatoes with salt and pepper for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the chopped onions and bell peppers; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Whisk the eggs in a bowl with a pinch of salt. Pour over the cooked vegetables in the skillet and let sit for one minute before gently scrambling.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Swap cheddar for other cheeses like pepper jack for added spice. Add spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.