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Tomato, Basil, and Buffalo Mozzarella Scramble

Made in summer at the height of tomato season, this scramble is wonderful with fresh mozzarella or burrata, a delicious, buttery-textured Italian cheese. It’s important not to overcook the tomatoes or the basil, which will keep its bright green color when added toward the end.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 1

Ingredients

3 extra-large eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped tomato
1 or 2 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 ounce fresh buffalo mozzarella or burrata cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Using a whisk or a fork, beat the eggs in a small bowl until frothy.

    Step 2

    Heat the olive oil in an 8-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until just starting to color.

    Step 3

    Reduce the heat under the pan to low. Pour the eggs into the pan and cook, stirring gently and constantly pushing the eggs toward the center of the pan with a rubber spatula, until they are nearly set but still soft and creamy.

    Step 4

    Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the tomato, basil, and mozzarella cheese. Cook and stir for 30 seconds, or until the cheese is barely melted. Spoon onto a serving plate and serve immediately.

Bubby's Brunch Cookbook cover.
Bubby’s Brunch Cookbook by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Copyright © 2009 by Ron Silver and Rosemary Black. Published by Ballantine Books. All Rights Reserved.
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