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Cozy Scrambled Eggs & Toast Breakfast Tray

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A warm, simple, and comforting breakfast tray featuring creamy scrambled eggs and golden toasted bread, perfect for a quick, budget-friendly brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk or cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (plus extra for toast)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices thick-sliced bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or white)
  • Optional: chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley), shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella), smoked paprika
  • Optional extras: sliced avocado, tangy Greek yogurt, fresh tomatoes, fresh fruit

Instructions

  1. Crack 4 large eggs into a small mixing bowl and add 2 tablespoons whole milk or cream. Whisk vigorously until uniform and slightly frothy, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over low to medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter. Let it melt gently without browning, about 1 minute.
  3. Pour the beaten eggs into the pan. Let sit undisturbed for 20 seconds until edges start to set. Gently stir with a spatula, folding eggs from edges to center every 10-15 seconds for 3-4 minutes until slightly runny but mostly set. Remove from heat.
  4. Season immediately with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in optional chopped herbs or shredded cheese if desired.
  5. Toast 4 slices of bread using a toaster or grill pan. Spread a thin layer of butter on each warm slice.
  6. Arrange scrambled eggs and toast on a tray or plate. Add optional extras like avocado slices, fresh tomatoes, or a small bowl of fruit.

Notes

Cook eggs on low heat to avoid rubbery texture. Remove eggs from heat when slightly runny to finish cooking off heat. Toast bread while eggs cook to save time. Use butter for richness or substitute with olive or avocado oil for dairy-free option. Season eggs at the end for best flavor.

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