Description
Homemade scrambled eggs elevate breakfast with creamy, golden perfection. Rich in flavor and simple to prepare, this classic dish offers comfort and satisfaction for morning hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
Dairy:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk or cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) butter
Seasonings and Garnish:
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until the mixture is uniformly blended and slightly frothy.
- Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, ensuring even coating across the pan’s surface.
- Gently pour the whisked egg mixture into the warm skillet, allowing it to spread evenly.
- Using a spatula, slowly fold and stir the eggs, creating soft curds and preventing any browning.
- Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until eggs reach a creamy, tender consistency with a glossy appearance.
- Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking and maintain a luxurious texture.
- Transfer to serving plates and optionally garnish with chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add sausage slices and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve a golden-brown exterior.
- Incorporate bell pepper and onion slices, stirring frequently to promote even cooking.
- Sauté vegetables for 5-6 minutes until they become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring balanced flavor distribution.
- Pour water or milk-water combination into a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil.
- Gradually whisk in grits, reducing heat to low and maintaining a gentle simmer.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent lumps and ensure smooth consistency.
- Once grits have thickened and absorbed liquid, remove from heat.
- Incorporate butter and optional cheese, stirring until completely melted and integrated.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Let stand for 2-3 minutes to allow further thickening before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with different milk alternatives like almond or oat milk for a unique flavor profile and dietary accommodations.
- Use low-fat butter or ghee to reduce overall calorie content without compromising taste.
- Whisk eggs thoroughly to incorporate air, creating lighter and fluffier scrambled eggs.
- For extra richness, add a splash of heavy cream or crème fraîche during whisking.
- Select fresh, high-quality sausage for maximum flavor in the skillet mixture.
- Toast grits briefly before adding liquid to enhance their nutty undertones and depth of taste.
- Consider using sharp cheddar or smoked gouda for more complex cheese flavors in grits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 203 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg