Green Eggs and Ham

Instead of using food coloring to make our eggs green, we used, um, food! Fresh spinach and pesto (made from basil leaves, garlic, oil, and Parmesan cheese) were the color agents, offering us a bit more nutrition value and amazing flavor. The kids loved adding a little more cheese on top.

35 min

4 servings

Breakfast

Ingredients

4 eggs, or one per person (can also use 1 egg plus one extra egg white)
Splash of water or milk
3 cups washed fresh spinach, chopped roughly
1 thin slice ham, prosciutto or Canadian bacon per person (or meat substitute)
1 tablespoon pesto per egg, or more to taste
Olive oil for pan
Grated Parmesan or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Instructions

Crack eggs into a medium-sized mixing bowl, and add a splash (about a tablespoon) of water or milk. Add pesto and 1-2 tablespoons of grated cheese if desired. Scramble all together.
Tear the ham into bite-sized pieces.*
With a grownup’s help, heat pan on medium heat. Add oil and gently tilt to coat pan. Pour egg mixture into hot pan. Add ham pieces, and slowly stir eggs with spatula until fully cooked. (They should be firm but still moist.)
Top with cheese if desired.

* You can also cook the ham separately, or omit.

More Information

Based on a recipe from WebMD. (Check out their videos of young Chef Lizzie, who makes delicious and nutritious fun food and drink for kids like yours!)

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