This ham and cheese omelet is so easy and so good. I usually sauté the ham before adding it to the omelet so it gets crispy and more flavorful. Ingredients 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 4 slices deli ham, chopped into small pieces 2 eggs 2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives, divided ¼ teaspoon salt freshly ground […]
Huevo con machaca is a quick, hearty meal that can be served at breakfast or brunch, and rolled into a burrito or taco with your favorite flour tortillas. Because it’s dried, machaca has a concentrated, distinctive beef flavor. So you only need a little to liven up your plate. Simply sauté onion, garlic, shredded beef […]
This easy and nutritious version of breakfast hash uses cauliflower rice instead of potatoes, and turkey sausage instead of breakfast sausage, for a healthier, low-carb breakfast. Top it off with fried eggs for a satisfying morning meal. Ingredients 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 8 ounces turkey sausage […]
Ingredients 1 ½ tablespoon oil ½ small onion, chopped 2 jalapeños, deseeded + minced 6 eggs, beaten 1 cup broken tortilla chips (not crumbs) ½ cup shredded 4-cheese Mexican blend 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped salt and pepper to taste refried black beans, tortillas, sliced avocados, salsa for serving Instructions Heat the oil in a large […]
This vegetable-studded frittata recipe is one of the quickest meals you can make. Make it for breakfast, or serve for lunch or dinner with a tossed salad and a slice of olive oil-drizzled crusty baguette. Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 ½ cups thinly sliced red onion 1 ½ cups chopped zucchini 7 large […]
The eggs cook right on top of this chickpea and potato hash–cook them a few extra minutes if you prefer hard-set eggs. Serve with warm pita bread and a cucumber salad with mint and yogurt. Ingredients 4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes 2 cups finely chopped baby spinach ½ cup finely chopped onion 1 […]
Ingredients 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon low-fat milk Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1/2 teaspoon, divided ¼ avocado, sliced 1 ounce smoked salmon 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil Directions Beat eggs with milk and salt in a small bowl. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. […]
Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 (10 ounce) block frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry Pinch salt 8 large eggs, beaten ¼ cup finely crumbled feta cheese Freshly ground pepper to taste 8 teaspoons sun-dried tomato tapenade or sun-dried tomato pesto 4 whole-wheat pitas (5-inch), cut in half, warmed if desired (see […]
Ingredients 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 slices whole-wheat bread, lightly toasted 1 garlic clove, halved 1 medium tomato and/or avocado, sliced 4 large eggs, fried or poached 2 tablespoons herbs or microgreens 4 teaspoons capers, rinsed Directions Brush oil onto toast, then rub with garlic. Top with tomato (and/or avocado) and eggs. Sprinkle […]
Heat control is crucial here. Too much heat, and the whites will toughen and brown at the edges. Not enough, and the yolks will cook partway through by the time the whites are set. Listen to the pan, and watch the whites for cues that your pan is properly heated. We use a little extra […]