Green Eggs and Ham Scramble

Name: Green Eggs and Ham Scramble
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 clove garlic, minced, about 1 teaspoon; 2 ounces deli ham, cut into small pieces; 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, chopped; 4 large eggs; 2 tablespoons whole milk; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh curly parsley, chopped

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Green Eggs and Ham Scramble

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The Strategy:

Fresh eggs and milk are whisked until frothy, then scrambled in a warm skillet with melted butter, minced garlic, savory deli ham, and baby spinach leaves that wilt down into the scramble. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh curly parsley, it is a quick and satisfying skillet breakfast. It is a warm, customizable morning dish that is perfect for a comforting start to the day.

Serves: 2 | Total Time: 15 minutes till it’s ready

Ingredients

For scramble mix-ins

2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, minced, about 1 teaspoon
2 ounces deli ham, cut into small pieces
2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, chopped

For egg mixture and garnish

4 large eggs
2 tablespoons whole milk
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh curly parsley, chopped

Overhead prep shot of glass bowl of eggs, fresh spinach, diced deli ham, and minced garlic on marble

Instructions

Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, stir in the garlic, and cook for 1 minute until you can smell garlic goodness. (Make sure you pay attention so the garlic doesn’t blacken and burn.) Add the ham and cook for 1 minute more. Add the spinach leaves and stir them around. After 1 or 2 minutes, the spinach will wilt down to about a fourth of the amount you started with.
Whisk together the eggs and milk in a bowl until they are pale-yellow and frothy, about 2 minutes. Pour the eggs into the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to swirl the eggs around the add-ins. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the eggs are just set. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Extreme close-up of pale yellow eggs forming soft curds with spinach and ham in a skillet

Thing to Note:

There’s lots of things to substitute here. Just remember to cook any ingredient that needs to be cooked before you pour in the eggs. Bacon and sausage are good subs for ham. Shallots, onion, and diced jalapeño peppers can replace garlic. All sorts of veggies will work in place of spinach. Don’t forget the cheese. Just any old bit of cheese on top of this scramble will add tons of flavor.

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Make It “My Way”:
Think of your eggy scramble as a canvas for flavors. You can power up the flavor with the seasonings you have on hand. For a spicy scramble, add just a couple of red pepper flakes. For a swimmingly flavorful scramble, add a bit of shrimp and season with a dash of Creole seasoning. Remember: it’s your scramble. You can’t mess it up!

The Heart of the Table

A beautifully composed scramble is the very essence of neighborly grace—taking humble ingredients and elevating them through the careful science of heat and timing. It speaks to the joy of gathering around the table, sharing stories, and savoring the simple luxury of a morning well spent.

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THE PRESENTATION: Serve immediately on warm plates. A final garnish of fresh curly parsley adds an elegant, bright pop of color against the rich scramble.
THE POUR: Pair with an aromatic, bright pour-over coffee or a crisp, cold-pressed green juice to balance the savory depth of the ham.
THE VIBE: Lively and welcoming. Perfect for a casual weekend morning where lingering conversation effortlessly flows into the afternoon.

Chef’s Recommendations

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The Brunch Pour: Lavender Lemonade Mimosa
Fruit on the Table: Blueberry Crumble Parfaits
The Potatoes Alongside: Home Fries with Seasoned Ketchup

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Green Eggs and Ham Scramble

Green Eggs and Ham Scramble

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