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Perfectly Scrambled Eggs

Learn how to make perfectly scrambled eggs with this simple recipe. This guide is perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks looking to improve their egg dishes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Eggs
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup half-n-half
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • black pepper optional
  • fresh chopped herbs optional

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • small nonstick pan
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-n-half, and salt until the mixture is uniform in color and texture, and is light and foamy.
  2. Melt the butter in a small nonstick pan over medium heat, until the butter coats the whole pan and just starts to foam.
  3. Add the eggs to the center of the pan and immediately reduce the heat to medium-low.
  4. Wait for the edges to just barely start to set, then using a rubber spatula, gently push the eggs from one end of the pan to the other. Continue this process, pausing in between swipes to allow the uncooked egg to settle on the warm pan and cook, gently pushing the liquid to form the curds.
  5. When the eggs are mostly cooked, with big pillow-y folds, but still look pretty wet, slowly fold the eggs into itself just a couple times, bringing them together.
  6. Remove from the heat when the eggs still shimmer with some moisture.
  7. Transfer to serving plates. Finish with some freshly cracked pepper and chopped fresh herbs.

Notes

This recipe is a foundation for many egg dishes. You can add cheese, vegetables, or meats to customize your scrambled eggs.

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