Looking for a delicious and hearty breakfast option? These twice baked breakfast potatoes are a perfect choice! They are easy to make, packed with flavor, and versatile enough for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
- Great flavors: The combination of creamy mashed potatoes, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg is simply irresistible.
- Quick prep time: With some pre-baked potatoes and cooked bacon on hand, these breakfast potatoes come together in no time.
- Perfect for meal prep: You can partially prepare these potatoes ahead of time, making them a convenient option for busy mornings.
Ingredient Notes:
- Medium russet potatoes: Provide a sturdy base for the filling.
- Butter and heavy cream: Add richness and creaminess to the mashed potato filling.
- Cooked bacon: Adds a savory and crispy element to the dish.
- Eggs: Create a delicious and satisfying center for the potatoes.
- Shredded cheddar: Melts beautifully and adds a cheesy flavor to the dish.
- Chives: Offer a fresh and mild onion flavor.
- Salt and pepper: Enhance the overall taste of the dish.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Preheat the oven and bake the potatoes until tender.
- Hollow out the potatoes and mix the flesh with butter, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Fill the potato skins with the mashed potato mixture, cheese, bacon, and an egg.
- Bake until the egg is set but still runny.
- Top with more cheese, salt, pepper, and chives before serving.
Helpful Tips:
- For a vegetarian option, swap bacon with crispy sautéed mushrooms.
- Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or gruyere for a unique flavor.
- To save time, prep the potatoes and filling in advance for easy assembly.
Expert Tips for the Best Results:
- Use room temperature eggs for even cooking.
- Don’t overmix the mashed potatoes to keep them fluffy.
- Adjust the baking time based on your preferred egg doneness.
Serving Suggestions:
These breakfast potatoes pair well with a side of fresh fruit, a green salad, or a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice.
Storage and Reheating Tips:
Store any leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I make these breakfast potatoes ahead of time? Yes, you can partially prepare them and bake them when ready to serve.
- Can I use sweet potatoes instead of russet potatoes? Absolutely, sweet potatoes make a delicious alternative.
- How can I make this recipe vegetarian? Simply omit the bacon or replace it with a meatless alternative.
- Can I freeze these breakfast potatoes? While possible, the texture may slightly change upon reheating.
Conclusion:
Start your day off right with these delicious twice baked breakfast potatoes. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or any meal in between, this recipe is sure to impress. Give it a try and let us know how you like it!
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Twice Baked Breakfast Potatoes Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 9 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 39 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Twice Baked Breakfast Potatoes are a delicious and filling morning meal that combines creamy mashed potatoes with crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg on top.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and pricked with a fork all over
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 4 sliced cooked thick cut bacon
- 4 medium eggs
- ½ cup shredded cheddar
- thinly sliced chives
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400˚F. Place potatoes directly on oven rack and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Allow potatoes to cool, slice in half, and hollow out.
- Mash potato flesh with butter, cream, salt, and pepper.
- Fill potato skins with mixture, add cheese, bacon, and egg.
- Bake at 375˚F until eggs are set.
- Top with cheese, chives, salt, and pepper before serving.
Notes
- You can prepare components ahead of time for quicker assembly.
- Vegetarian options and variations with different cheeses or herbs are recommended.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half
- Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg