This recipe for scrambled eggs with leek and creamy mustard sauce is a delightful twist on a classic breakfast dish. The fluffy scrambled eggs are mixed with sautéed leeks, giving them a subtle onion-like flavor and a vibrant green color. The creamy mustard sauce adds a tangy and creamy kick to the dish, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With a preparing time of just 15 minutes, this recipe is great for a quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch. Try it out and impress your family or friends with this delicious twist on scrambled eggs.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 leek, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh chives for garnish
Directions
- In a large non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced leeks and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- While the leeks are cooking, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once the leeks are cooked, pour the egg mixture into the skillet and stir gently with a spatula.
- Continue cooking the eggs, stirring occasionally, until they are just set, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the residual heat finish cooking the eggs to your desired doneness.
- Garnish with chopped fresh chives and serve hot with toast or your favorite breakfast sides.
Interesting Facts
Leeks are a member of the onion family and have a milder and sweeter flavor.
Scrambled eggs are a popular breakfast dish in American cuisine, and this recipe adds a unique twist with the addition of leek and creamy mustard sauce.
Adding heavy cream to scrambled eggs gives them a rich and creamy texture.
The Dijon mustard in the sauce adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the dish.