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    Home / Breakfast and Brunch Recipes / Country Scrambled Eggs

    Mar 12, 2020 · Last Updated: Oct 19, 2021

    Country Scrambled Eggs

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    Country scrambled eggs are loaded with meat, cheese, and veggies. It will keep you and your family full all morning long. If you are looking for a hearty breakfast scramble, get the recipe and tips below.

    Country Scrambled Eggs - plated breakfast dish | The Worktop

    Country scrambled eggs is a no-fuss hearty breakfast idea

    Sometimes you need a no-fuss breakfast recipe that’s filling, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. 

    Made in just one skillet and packed full of protein and veggies, country scrambled eggs can be easily made to feed your family on a weekday morning. It can also be scaled up to serve a crowd. 

    I’m sharing my tips for making the best hearty breakfast scramble that’s sure to become a family staple. Plus, with all the veggies and meat, you can also serve these country scrambled eggs for lunch or dinner. 

    Hearty Breakfast Idea - Country Scrambled Eggs in pan being served | The Worktop

    What does a hearty breakfast contain?

    Wondering what to eat for breakfast to fill you up? 

    For my family, a filling breakfast is one that’s full of protein and fiber. You can easily get that through a combination of eggs or meats, cheese, and vegetables. 

    Basically everything that this scramble contains! 

    There are so many reasons why I love this breakfast scramble

    This country scrambled egg recipe is one of the best hearty breakfast ideas as it’s:

    • Easy to make
    • Made in just one skillet 
    • Filling enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
    • Easily doubled or tripled 
    • Can be made ahead of time 
    • Perfect for feeding a crowd
    • Delicious on its own or as a breakfast burrito filling

    It’s also a great budget-friendly meal as there aren’t any fancy ingredients. In fact, you likely already have many of them in your kitchen or pantry. 

    Country Scrambled Eggs - big hearty breakfast in skillet showing cheese, bacon, potato and eggs | The Worktop

    What can you put in scrambled eggs?

    There’s no limit on what you can put in scrambled eggs. In fact, it can be as simple as a little cheese and milk.

    But if you want a hearty breakfast idea, then I recommend including plenty of meat and veggies. Specifically, to make this country scrambled egg recipe you’ll need:

    • Bacon
    • Red potatoes
    • Eggs
    • Milk
    • Cheese
    • Onion
    • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder
    • Green onions, for a little pop of color 

    Other ingredients that would work well in this hearty egg dish include mushrooms, spinach, peppers, and sausage. In fact, you could use both sausage and bacon for the ultimate protein-packed meal. 

    Adding a bit of milk or cream makes for a better texture

    When adding a bunch of vegetables to scrambled eggs, you’ll want to make sure to also add in milk or cream. 

    TIP: Adding milk to this breakfast scramble helps the eggs stay nice and soft. It also diluting the eggs a bit so that the mixture better coats around the vegetables and meats. 

    Hearty Country Scrambled Eggs - cooked in skillet for breakfast | The Worktop

    How to make perfectly soft and tender country scrambled eggs

    No one wants a dry breakfast scramble. So here are a few tips for making truly great country scrambled eggs: 

    Tip 1: Use a silicone spatula for stirring. 

    Unlike a wooden spoon, a silicone spatula has a little more flexibility that’s perfect for making sure your eggs and veggies aren’t getting stuck to the bottom of the pan. 

    Tip 2: Cook low and slow. 

    Before adding the eggs, make sure to reduce the heat to medium, or even medium-low. Using too high of heat will quickly dry out your eggs.

    So, if you notice that your eggs are starting to look dry on the bottom, reduce the heat. You can also remove your skillet from the stove to help it cool down.

    Tip 3: Remove skillet from heat just before eggs are done cooking. 

    Ever find that your perfectly cooked eggs end up tasting a bit overcooked once you sit down to eat? This is because eggs will continue to cook after they’ve been removed from the stove.

    To avoid this, take your skillet off the stove when your breakfast scramble still looks loose and just a bit runny. 

    What to serve with country scrambled eggs

    Country scrambled eggs already have so much going on that I often enjoy them as is, with tomatoes or an avocado on the side. 

    However, if you’re looking to up the filling power even more, here are some ideas for how to enjoy this breakfast scramble: 

    • In a wrap
    • In a breakfast croissant sandwich
    • Served with extra sausage on the side, like my homemade turkey breakfast sausage
    • Along with a stack of buttermilk pancakes

    This breakfast scramble makes for a delicious wrap filling

    As mentioned above, country scrambled eggs are delicious in a breakfast wrap! Not only does it make for an even heartier meal, but you can also take your wrap to go. 

    It also makes a great filling for lunch burritos too. Especially if you add some salsa and fresh avocado on the side.

    For taking these wraps to-go, I use reusable food wraps like these ones rather than traditional plastic wrap. They’re an easy way to reduce waste, plus they look cute too!

    To prevent your wrap from getting soggy, spread a bit of butter or an oil-based spread like mayo on the wrap. Then add the scrambled egg mixture.  

    Breakfast Country Scrambled Eggs - in skillet showing bacon, eggs, potatoes | The Worktop

    Wondering what to eat for breakfast to fill you up? Give this breakfast scramble a try!

    The next time you’re looking for breakfast ideas with egg to keep you nice and full all morning long, I hope you give this country scrambled egg recipe a try!

    It’s definitely a recipe we make when we have a busy morning ahead of us. 

    If you want more egg recipes for breakfast, try these ideas on The Worktop: 

    • Sausage and Egg Overnight Breakfast Casserole
    • Breakfast Potato Casserole 
    • Easy Loaded Breakfast Skillet 
    • Srambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese

    Any questions? Feel free to ask in the comments below.

    The best scramble - hearty breakfast - with text | The Worktop
    Country Scrambled Eggs - Hearty breakfast being served with wooden spoon | The Worktop

    Country Scrambled Eggs

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    Serves: 4 people
    Prep: 10 minutes mins
    Cook: 20 minutes mins
    Country scrambled eggs are loaded with meat, cheese, and veggies to keep you and your family nice and full all morning long. If you are looking for a hearty breakfast scramble, get the recipe and tips below.

    Ingredients

    • 8 slices bacon
    • 2 cups cubed red potatoes (½-inch size) (13 ounces)
    • 8 large eggs
    • ¼ cup whole milk
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 large onion - diced
    • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
    • 2 stalks green onions - for garnish
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    Instructions

    • Lay the bacon strips in a large 12-inch (30-cm) skillet so they are not overcrowded. Place the pan on the stove and cook the bacon on medium heat. As the bacon cooks, it should start to release grease. Flip the bacon with tongs several times as it cooks, until the bacon is cooked through, about 5 minutes. If you prefer crispy bacon, you can leave it on a bit longer. Remove the bacon with tongs and set aside.
    • Turn the heat to medium-high heat. Add the potatoes into the skillet and cook, stirring frequently. Cook until the potatoes have softened, about 12-15 minutes.
    • In the meantime, chop the bacon into ½-inch pieces. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.
    • When the potatoes are ready, add in the onions and cook another 3-4 minutes, until the onions have softened.
    • Turn the heat down to medium. Add in the eggs and bacon. Cook, stirring every once in a while, until the eggs are just about set, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the cheese.
    • Garnish with green onions. Serve immediately.
    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Eggs
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Country Scrambled Eggs, Hearty Breakfast Scramble
    Special Diet: Gluten Free
    Author: The Worktop
    Cal : 513kcal
    Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
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    Filed Under: Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, Breakfast for a Crowd, Breakfast for Dinner Ideas, Breakfast Recipes with Eggs, Brunch Recipes for Mother's Day, Christmas Morning Breakfast Recipes, Easter Breakfast Recipes, Fall Breakfast Recipes, Father's Day Brunch Recipes, Gluten Free, Kid Friendly, Make Ahead, Quick and Easy Brunches, Savory Breakfast Ideas, Stove Top, Thanksgiving Breakfast Recipes, Winter Breakfast RecipesTags: bacon, cheese, egg, potatoes

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    1. Veenas says

      August 27, 2020 at 9:51 am

      5 stars
      Hello , We are delighted to know your new recipes ahead.....!

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    2. mohan kumar says

      March 16, 2020 at 11:17 am

      Great recipe loved by all, so simple to make and tasty.

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