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Jalapeño and Cheddar Scramble

Those who like a little extra kick in their eggs will enjoy this dish. Customize it by adding a little extra jalapeño, which will increase the heat. The clean, bright flavor of cilantro is excellent here, and it adds color as well.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 1

Ingredients

3 extra-large eggs
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 to 1 jarred pickled jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced into rounds, seeds intact
1/4 cup grated sharp white Cheddar cheese (1 ounce)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Using a whisk or a fork, beat the eggs in a small bowl until frothy.

    Step 2

    Heat the butter in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the jalapeño slices and sauté for 1 minute, or until hot.

    Step 3

    Pour the eggs into the pan. Cook over medium heat, constantly pushing them toward the center of the pan with a rubber spatula, until they begin to thicken. Sprinkle with the Cheddar cheese and half the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 4

    Continue to cook and stir the eggs for another minute or so, until nearly set but still soft and creamy. Spoon the eggs onto a serving plate, sprinkle with the remaining cilantro, and serve immediately.

Bubby's Brunch Cookbook cover.
Bubby’s Brunch Cookbook by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Copyright © 2009 by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Published by Ballantine Books. All Rights Reserved.
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