Soft Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Ricotta and Chives
Elevate your breakfast game with soft scrambled eggs crowned with creamy fresh ricotta and aromatic chives. This indulgent recipe combines the art of slow cooking eggs to a velvety perfection with the luxurious texture of ricotta cheese, creating a dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated. The gentle addition of chives brings a pop of fresh, vibrant flavor, while butter and a splash of cream ensure every bite is rich and satisfying. Ready in under 15 minutes, these eggs are perfect for a leisurely brunch or a quick weekday indulgence. Serve them as they are or pair with crusty bread for the ultimate breakfast masterpiece. Keywords: soft scrambled eggs, fresh ricotta, creamy eggs, chives recipe, breakfast idea, brunch recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces large eggs
- 2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon extra chives (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a medium-sized bowl. Add the milk or heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform.
Finely chop the fresh chives and set aside. Reserve a small portion for optional garnish if desired.
Heat a non-stick skillet over low heat and add the unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt completely, but do not let it brown.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let it cook for about 30 seconds without stirring, then use a spatula to gently stir and fold the eggs, ensuring they cook evenly.
As the eggs begin to softly set but are still slightly runny, add the fresh ricotta cheese in dollops. Gently fold the ricotta into the eggs, being careful not to overmix the ricotta to maintain its texture.
Continue to cook the eggs over low heat, stirring frequently, until they are just set and creamy. This should take about 3-5 minutes in total.
Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in the chopped chives. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the scrambled eggs to serving plates. Garnish with extra chopped chives if desired and serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1150 mg | 383% | |
| Sodium | 1615 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 474 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
