Easy Breakfast Skillet

We love to start the day with a nice hot breakfast. While the flavors change each day, it is a way to be creative in the kitchen, to be thoughtful about using the food we have, and to start the day with a good meal. I invite you to open your refrigerator, get creative, and let me know what you add to your breakfast skillet!

Serve with a side of your favorite toast and a steaming cup of coffee
Serves 1

INGREDIENTS

2 eggs
Leftover vegetables and/or meat, cut into bite sized pieces (suggestions below)
Cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Salt and /pepper or your favorite spice or herb blend
Hot sauce (to really get a kick-start to the day!)

INSTRUCTIONS

In a small skillet, heat oil or butter over medium heat
Add in leftover vegetables, meat, and spices, cooking until heated through and just starting to brown
Push the vegetables and meat to the sides of the skillet, leaving a space in the center
Crack egg(s) into the center of the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low
Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until egg whites are just set and yolks are still runny
Slide onto a plate, top with fresh herbs and/or cheese (optional)

A few of my favorite combinations:
Brussels sprouts + shallots/leeks/caramelized onions + goat cheese
Kale + bell peppers + shallots or onions
Potatoes + scallions + brisket/pot roast
Stir fried vegetables (the spicier the better!)
Broccoli + onions + cheddar + everything seasoning
Spicy black beans + scallions + bell peppers + cheese
Greens (kale, spinach) + sun dried tomatoes + garlic + red pepper flakes