Creamed Eggs with Peppers on Toast Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup diced green peppers
- 4 slices of bread

Special equipment needed:
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Toaster

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
3. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth.
4. Add salt, black pepper, and paprika, and continue to whisk until the mixture thickens.
5. Add the diced green peppers and stir until combined.
6. Crack the eggs into the saucepan and stir gently until the eggs are cooked.
7. Toast the bread slices.
8. Spoon the creamed eggs with peppers over the toast.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 20g
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 450mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Green peppers can be substituted with red peppers or jalapenos.
- Butter can be substituted with margarine or oil.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.

Variations:
- Add diced onions or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Add shredded cheese on top of the creamed eggs.
- Add cooked bacon or sausage to the creamed eggs.

Tips and tricks:
- Whisk the mixture constantly to avoid lumps.
- Use a non-stick saucepan to prevent sticking.
- Add more milk if the mixture is too thick.
- Use fresh eggs for best results.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover creamed eggs with peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the creamed eggs with peppers in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the creamed eggs with peppers on a plate with a garnish of fresh parsley.

Garnishes:
Fresh parsley

Pairings:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.

Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit or a small salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the mixture is too thick, add more milk. If the mixture is too thin, add more flour.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the eggs thoroughly to avoid foodborne illness.

Food history:
Creamed eggs with peppers on toast is a classic American breakfast dish that dates back to the early 1900s.

Flavor profiles:
Creamy, savory, and slightly spicy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve for breakfast or brunch.

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Taste: Savory, Creamy, Spicy, Tangy, Toasty