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Quick Savory Egg and Ham Breakfast

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A fast, filling, and comforting breakfast recipe featuring fluffy eggs and crispy ham, perfect for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ½ cup diced or sliced ham (smoked or leftover baked ham)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk or cream (whole milk or half-and-half recommended)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of smoked paprika (optional but recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Dice about ½ cup (120g) of ham into bite-sized pieces and finely chop a tablespoon of fresh chives or parsley.
  2. Crack 4 large eggs into a bowl and add 2 tablespoons (30ml) of milk or cream, a pinch of salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Whisk everything together until fully combined and slightly frothy (about 2 minutes).
  3. Place a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add 1 tablespoon (14g) of unsalted butter. Let it melt slowly until it foams, but do not let it brown or burn.
  4. Add the diced ham to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are slightly crispy but not dry.
  5. Pour the beaten eggs over the ham, lower the heat to very low, and let the eggs set slightly around the edges.
  6. Using a silicone spatula, gently fold the eggs from the edges toward the center every 30 seconds. Continue cooking and folding for about 4-5 minutes until eggs are just cooked but still glossy and soft.
  7. Remove the pan from heat and sprinkle the fresh herbs on top. Give it one last gentle stir to distribute the herbs evenly. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Cook eggs over low heat and fold gently every 30 seconds to keep them fluffy and soft. Use unsalted butter to control saltiness and add richness. Smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky warmth. If eggs look runny when removed from heat, residual heat will finish cooking them. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently with a splash of milk to keep moist.

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Keywords: quick breakfast, savory eggs, ham and eggs, easy breakfast, fluffy eggs, smoked paprika, busy morning recipe

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