I love eggs!!

For me, eggs are one of the most versatile ingredients.  They can be eaten at any meal, and they are a wonderful source of protein, at 6 grams per egg.  To keep my cholesterol in check, I sometimes just use the whites, although nothing compares to a delicious egg, pan-fried in olive oil, or a tender poached egg atop Eggs Benedict.  Baked, fried, scrambled, made into quiches or fritattas, there are endless ways to serve them.  Today, I am sticking with a simple fried egg, my own version of good old, "eggs & toast", with a tribute to my Italian heritage.

I love to experiment with eggs, adding different veggies, pesto, and cheeses.  A very easy and quick dinner the other night consisted of eggs, bread, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, & red potatoes.  It was so yummy for a late night dinner, that I had it again for breakfast a few days later.
The only thing missing was a crispy piece of prosciutto topping it off.  Next time I will be sure to have it on hand to add a little salty bite.

 

A few simple ingredients, and a delicious, quick, healthy meal was made.  I am always looking for meatless recipe ideas, as my youngest daughter is currently a vegetarian. 

Cook up some red potatoes, thinly sliced onion, and fresh garlic in olive oil for a yummy little side to your eggs.  I pre-cooked the potatoes in the microwave for  a minute or two to shorten their time in the pan.

 

I first toasted some french bread, drizzled with olive oil, on my stove-top grill, then rubbed it with a cut garlic clove.  Next, add sliced tomatoes (not yet ready from my garden, but these were very good from Costco).  Then top with little balls of fresh mozzarella, and with the heat on low,  cover with a pan lid to melt the cheese a little.  Ciliegine was the name of the cheese I used.  Season with salt & pepper, and some fresh basil if you have it, and wallah! You have a delicious appetizer or light lunch with a salad.  I chose to serve mine with a fried egg.

Since we are a mostly vegetarian family now, we served ours with veggie sausage patties, but I would still opt for some crispy prosciutto.

The eggs made such a yummy partner with the crispy bread, melty cheese, and sweet tomato.  Sitting outside eating this meal, I almost felt like I was in Italy!!

Buon Appetito!!