Egg & Cheese Hash Browns Waffles

 Ingredients

• 1 20 oz. package shredded hash browns
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh chopped chives
• Salt and pepper
• Sour cream for serving, optional

Heat waffle iron on medium-high. Spray each side generously with non-stick cooking spray and brush with melted butter. 

In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Stir in potatoes, cheese, chives and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. 

Depending on the size of your waffle iron, scoop a layer of the potatoes mixture onto the surface (for the round waffle maker about 1 cup of the mixture). Spread to about 1/2 inch from the edges and close the waffle iron. Cook for about 5 minutes, checking every few minutes to avoid burning. When the entire waffle is golden brown in color, carefully remove from the waffle iron with a fork or tongs. 

Enjoy!