Creamy and Crispy Hash Browns Frittata (vegetarian, gluten-free)

refrigerated hash browns, divided (or coarsely grated potatoes; I used about three-quarters of a 1 pound 4 ounce package of Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns)

cream of potato soup (cream of mushroom, chicken, or other cream-style soup may be substituted)

to 2 cups shredded cheese, optional

vegetables or pre-cooked beans, optional (diced onions, garlic, mushrooms, grated carrots, zucchini, corn, beans)

large eggs, lightly beaten

olive or vegetable oil

all-purpose seasoning blend (Mrs. Dash, Trader Joe’s 21 Salute, Lowry’s, or similar)

salt and pepper, optional and to taste (noting that the soup is already quite salty)