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Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble is a quick and hearty breakfast recipe featuring crispy diced potatoes sautéed in olive oil and scrambled together with eggs and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a satisfying morning meal, it combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and comforting dish topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.


Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 4 medium potatoes, diced

Eggs and Cheese

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Additional Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)


Instructions

  1. Heat oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the potatoes.
  2. Cook potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy on the edges.
  3. Scramble eggs: Crack the eggs directly into the skillet with the cooked potatoes. Stir and scramble them together until the eggs are fully cooked and set.
  4. Add cheese and season: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes and eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything gently until the cheese melts and is fully incorporated.
  5. Garnish and serve: Optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, soak diced potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking and pat dry.
  • Use any cheese variety you prefer if you want to change the flavor profile.
  • Fresh herbs like chives or cilantro can be used instead of parsley for garnish.
  • Adjust seasoning as per your taste preferences.