Recipe: Baked Egg and Hash Brown Nests
Introduction: This delightful recipe combines crispy hash browns with a perfectly baked sunny-side-up egg, creating a fun and tasty breakfast or brunch option. The nests are golden-brown on the outside, soft and tender on the inside, making them a perfect comfort food. Easy to make and fully customizable with your choice of herbs or seasonings, these baked egg and hash brown nests are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, grated
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 6 large eggs
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, melted butter or oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- Press the potato mixture into each muffin cup, forming a nest shape, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove the pan from the oven, crack an egg into each nest, and return the pan to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!