Prosciutto, Arugula & Parmesan Scramble
A quick and luxurious morning scramble featuring salty prosciutto and melted Parmesan cheese. Fresh arugula is folded in at the very end for a peppery bite and a bright pop of green.
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Equipment
Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Next: Whisk the eggs in a small bowl…
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Whisk the eggs in a small bowl…
Whisk the eggs in a small bowl with a crack of black pepper and just a tiny pinch of salt until slightly frothy.
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Heat a drizzle of olive oil in…
Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour in the eggs and scramble gently by slowly pushing them across the pan with a spatula.
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When the eggs are mostly set but…
When the eggs are mostly set but still slightly soft, fold in the torn prosciutto and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 30 seconds until the cheese melts into the eggs.
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Turn off the heat and gently fold…
Turn off the heat and gently fold in the fresh arugula, letting the residual heat wilt the greens slightly. Serve immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Prosciutto and Parmesan are naturally quite…
Prosciutto and Parmesan are naturally quite salty, so go very light on the added salt when whisking your eggs.
Fold the arugula in at the…
Fold the arugula in at the very end to keep it slightly crisp and brightly colored. Overcooking greens can make them bitter and diminish their water-soluble vitamins.
If you have a lemon on…
If you have a lemon on hand, a quick squeeze over the top brightens the rich flavors and adds a touch of vitamin C to aid iron absorption.
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