Description
Hearty Cheesy Potato Egg Scramble delivers morning comfort with rustic charm. Crispy potatoes, melted cheese, and fluffy eggs create a satisfying breakfast that energizes you for the day ahead.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 cups chopped cooked potatoes
- 2 ounces (56 grams) ham, chopped into cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1.5 tablespoons (22.5 milliliters) Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1.5 tablespoons (22.5 milliliters) frying oil or clarified butter
- 1.5 tablespoons (22.5 milliliters) heavy cream or milk
- Sour cream
- Chives
Instructions
- Prepare the egg mixture by cracking eggs into a medium bowl. Incorporate heavy cream or milk, and season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes slightly frothy and well-combined.
- Preheat a frying pan over medium-high heat, adding oil or clarified butter. Once the oil shimmers, add chopped potatoes. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring periodically to ensure even golden-brown coloration and prevent burning.
- Reduce heat to low and introduce diced ham to the potato-filled pan. Gently pour the whisked egg mixture over the ingredients, allowing eggs to partially cook while maintaining a slightly runny texture.
- Evenly distribute shredded cheese across the surface of the eggs and potatoes. Cover the pan with a lid or large plate to facilitate uniform cheese melting and gentle egg cooking.
- Continue cooking on low heat for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts completely and eggs reach a soft, set consistency. The dish should appear creamy and appetizing.
- Transfer the scramble to serving plates. Enhance the presentation by garnishing with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors.
Notes
- Choose a starchy potato like Yukon Gold or Russet for the best crispy, golden-brown texture that holds up well during cooking.
- For a lower-fat version, swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or use egg whites instead of whole eggs, maintaining the protein-rich goodness.
- Elevate the dish’s nutrition by adding diced bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms during the potato browning stage for extra vitamins and color.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 300 mg