🧀 Mediterranean Cheesy Potato & Egg Bake
Rich • Creamy • Golden • Soft Inside • Crispy Top
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
📝 Ingredients
Base
3 medium potatoes, peeled & thinly sliced or grated
1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper
Egg Mixture
6 large eggs
½ cup Greek yogurt or cream
½ cup milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup shredded cheddar (gives that golden top!)
¼ cup Parmesan
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp oregano
¼ tsp nutmeg (Mediterranean touch)
Garnish
Fresh chives or parsley, chopped
Drizzle of olive oil
🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Potatoes
Thinly slice or grate potatoes.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan.
Add potatoes (and onions if using), cook 5–6 minutes until slightly soft.
Season with salt and pepper.
This step ensures your bake is soft and creamy inside.
2. Make the Egg-Cheese Mixture
In a bowl, whisk:
Eggs
Greek yogurt/cream
Milk
Mozzarella
Cheddar
Parmesan
Garlic powder
Oregano
Nutmeg
Salt & pepper
Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Combine & Pour
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Grease a round baking dish or metal ring mold (like the photo).
Place the cooked potatoes at the bottom.
Pour the egg-cheese mixture over them.
Tap gently to remove air pockets.
4. Bake
Bake 35–40 minutes until:
Top is deep golden and bubbly
Center is set but soft
For extra browning, broil the top for 1–2 minutes.
5. Serve
Let rest 5 minutes, then garnish with:
Chopped chives
Fresh parsley
Drizzle of olive oil
Serve warm with a simple Mediterranean salad.
🌿 Mediterranean Variations
Add any of these for extra flavor:
Spinach or kale
Sun-dried tomatoes
Crumbled feta
Herbs: basil, thyme, dill
Caramelized onions
Roasted red peppers
