Soft scrambled eggs are a breakfast staple that can elevate your morning meal. If you're like me, you know that these creamy morsels are a wonderful canvas
3large eggspreferably at room temperature for even cooking
1/2tablespoonunsalted butterfor that rich flavor
1/8teaspoonflaky kosher saltto enhance the egg flavor
Freshly cracked black or white pepperto taste
2tablespoonswhole milkoptional for extra creaminess
1tablespoongrated Parmesan cheesenew for a savory umami boost
1tablespoonfinely chopped fresh chivesnew for mild herbal sharpness
Instructions
Step 1: Whisk the Eggs
Start by cracking the eggs into a bowl. Take a fork or a whisk and vigorously whisk the eggs until they are uniform in color. You want to whip a little air into the mix, so go ahead and get a good rhythm going. The more, the merrier!
Step 2: Prepare the Pan
Place a non-stick skillet over low heat. Low and slow is the name of the game here, folks. Add the unsalted butter to the pan and let it melt gently. You don’t want it to brown—just a smooth, bubbly layer that keeps the eggs from sticking.
Step 3: Pour and Stir
Once the butter's all melted, pour in your whisked eggs. Now’s where the magic begins. Use a spatula to stir continuously, moving from the edges to the center of the pan. This enables the eggs to cook evenly without turning into scrambled rubber bands.
Step 4: Add Milk and Season
When your eggs start to form soft curds and are still slightly runny, that's the sweet spot to add the milk. It’ll enrich the eggs even more. Sprinkle in your flaky kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
Step 5: Finish with Cheese and Herbs
Before the eggs are fully set, take them off the heat. They’ll continue cooking slightly in the residual warmth. Fold in the grated Parmesan and fresh chives for a lovely finishing touch.
Step 6: Serve Immediately
Don’t let those eggs hang out too long. Serve them straight away while they're still soft and warm. Enjoy them with your favorite sides.
Notes
Choose fresh eggs: Fresh eggs make a big difference in texture and flavor.
Use a non-stick pan: This will help prevent sticking and make clean-up a breeze.
Watch the heat: Keep the heat low. High heat means rubbery eggs.
Experiment with flavors: Add a pinch of smoked paprika or fresh herbs to switch it up.
Don’t overcook: Remove from heat when they are still slightly runny. They’ll finish cooking off the heat.