So while the rest you are enjoying BBQ ribs, hamburgers, hot dogs, etc…I will be feasting on my skillet eggs. Boy do I wish I could be joining you all with the BBQ but the ongoing dental work requires me to eat very soft food so at least it should be good and tasteful.
Skillet Eggs
Ingredients
- 10 egg
- 1 bunch of swiss chard- chopped finely
- 1/2 large onion – diced
- 1 leek – diced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of roasted poblano pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh basil
- 4 slices of cooked bacon – diced
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- salt & pepper
- 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Takes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Heat olive oil in 12″ cast iron (or any oven ready) skillet. When oil is sizzling hot saute the onion and leek, add salt and pepper and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the swiss chard to pan and wilt down. While wilting add the poblano pepper, fresh basil, bacon and of course some more salt and pepper.
- Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl and add the water and a bit more salt and pepper. Add the whisked eggs & cheese to the veggies in the skillet, and stir to combine all the ingredients. Let mixture cook on medium on the stove top for 5 to 7 minutes then place the pan in the oven to continue cooking for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Let cool on wire rack for about 5 minutes to set and enjoy.