Baked Breakfast Potatoes recipe
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Baked Breakfast Potatoes

Discover how to make Baked Breakfast Potatoes. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

15

Prep Time

35

Cook Time

50

Total Time

6

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

35:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes

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Discover how to make Baked Breakfast Potatoes. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Baked Breakfast Potatoes - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

Step 2

2. In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with avocado oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.

3

Step 3

3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

4

Step 4

4. While potatoes bake, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef bacon and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5

Step 5

5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, then pour into the skillet. Gently scramble until just set but still slightly wet, about 3-4 minutes.

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Step 6

6. When potatoes are done, remove from oven and transfer to a large oven-safe serving dish. Mash lightly with a fork, then stir in hot milk, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until creamy.

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Step 7

7. Top the mashed potatoes with scrambled eggs, crumbled beef bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.

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Step 8

8. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts. Serve immediately.

Baked Breakfast Potatoes - Step 3

You Must Know

  • For extra crispy potatoes, soak the cut cubes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting, then pat completely dry.
  • Grate your own cheddar cheese rather than using pre-shredded for better melting and flavor.
  • Keep scrambled eggs slightly wet when removing from heat as they'll continue cooking from residual heat.

Chef's Notes

For extra crispy potatoes, soak the cut cubes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting, then pat completely dry.

Grate your own cheddar cheese rather than using pre-shredded for better melting and flavor.

Keep scrambled eggs slightly wet when removing from heat as they'll continue cooking from residual heat.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with fresh fruit, sliced avocado, or a simple green salad for a complete breakfast. This dish pairs wonderfully with hot coffee, fresh orange juice, or a spicy Bloody Mary for brunch gatherings.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

480

Calories

22g

Protein

38g

Carbs

28g

Fat

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Baked Breakfast Potatoes
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Baked Breakfast Potatoes

Discover how to make Baked Breakfast Potatoes. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:6
Prep:15 min
Cook:35 min

Ingredients (12)

3 large russet potatoes (about 2 lbs / 900g), washed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon avocado oil
½ teaspoon salt (for roasting)
¼ teaspoon black pepper (for roasting)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk, hot
½ teaspoon salt (for mashed potatoes)
¼ teaspoon black pepper (for mashed potatoes)
6 slices beef bacon, each cut in half
¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the potato cubes with avocado oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. While potatoes bake, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beef bacon and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, then pour into the skillet. Gently scramble until just set but still slightly wet, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. When potatoes are done, remove from oven and transfer to a large oven-safe serving dish. Mash lightly with a fork, then stir in hot milk, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until creamy.
  7. Top the mashed potatoes with scrambled eggs, crumbled beef bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts. Serve immediately.

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