Easy Cheesy Overnight Potato Frittata

Easy Cheesy Overnight Potato Frittata

8 servings
Savor the perfect blend of fluffy eggs, crispy potatoes, and gooey cheese in this easy, customizable breakfast that practically cooks itself while you sleep.

Ingredients

  • eggs
    12
  • milk
    1 c
  • hash brown potatoes
    2 lb
  • diced bell peppers
    ½ c
  • diced onions
    ½ c
  • shredded cheddar cheese
    3 c
  • dry mustard
    ¼ tsp
  • garlic powder
    ¼ tsp
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • pepper
    ½ tsp
  • optional add-ins: cooked bacon or sausage

    green chilis, jalapenos, sundried tomatoes, pickled veggies, olives, or roasted bell peppers. note: if you add uncooked bacon or sausage, the fat will rise to the top, so cook first

Directions

  1. 1

    Beat eggs in a large bowl. Add milk, garlic powder, mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine. Set aside.

  2. 2

    In your slow cooker, layer ingredients in this order:

    1/3 of the hash browns (season with salt and pepper)

  3. 3

    1/3 of the onions

  4. 4

    1/3 of the bell peppers

  5. 5

    1/3 of any optional add-ins

  6. 6

    1 cup of cheese

  7. 7

    Repeat layering twice more, ending with cheese.

  8. 8

    Pour egg mixture over the layers.

  9. 9

    Cook on low:

    Fresh/refrigerated hash browns: 6-7 hours

  10. 10

    Frozen hash browns: 7-8 hours, or until eggs are set

Easy Cheesy Overnight Potato Frittata

Easy Cheesy Overnight Potato Frittata

485 min8 servings

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About this Recipe

Imagine waking up to the aroma of a hearty, cheesy breakfast that practically made itself overnight. This Easy Cheesy Overnight Potato Frittata delivers just that, offering a comforting start to your day with minimal morning effort.

The brilliance of this frittata lies in its overnight preparation and hands-off cooking, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you rest. Hash brown potatoes soften and then crisp slightly, providing a delightful texture contrast to the fluffy eggs and generous three cups of cheddar cheese.

Get ready for a truly satisfying breakfast experience with this frittata. Each forkful brings together a symphony of textures: the soft, custardy eggs, tender diced bell peppers and onions, and substantial potato pieces, all enrobed in melted, savory cheddar. The dry mustard and garlic powder add subtle warmth and depth, ensuring a well-rounded flavor that’s anything but bland. It's a remarkably easy dish to pull together, promising a warm, inviting breakfast for eight.

This frittata is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences. Enhance the savory profile by incorporating cooked bacon or sausage—remembering to cook them first to avoid excess fat. For a spicy kick, consider green chilis or jalapeños, or add a burst of tanginess with sundried tomatoes or pickled veggies. Olives or roasted bell peppers also make excellent additions, allowing you to tailor this breakfast to any taste.

Perfect for feeding a crowd at brunch, a leisurely weekend morning, or even as a simple breakfast-for-dinner, this frittata shines on its own. Serve it warm alongside a fresh fruit salad or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

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