This Cheesy Beef Breakfast Scramble is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed any time of the day. It’s a quick and easy dinner recipe that brings together ground beef, eggs, and cheese for a satisfying meal.
Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe combines hearty ingredients and can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices.
Simple Cheesy Beef Breakfast Scramble
This scramble features seasoned ground beef cooked with scrambled eggs and melted cheese, making it a delicious and filling option for breakfast or dinner. The recipe takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the beef and vegetables, stirring gently to combine.
- Add Cheese: Once the eggs start to set, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and continue to cook until the eggs are fully cooked and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 portions
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
