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One-Pan Ground Pork and Cheddar Scramble

One-Pan Ground Pork and Cheddar Scramble

15 min — Easy — American

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One-Pan Ground Pork and Cheddar Scramble
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One-Pan Ground Pork and Cheddar Scramble

When you need a high-protein breakfast that doesn't require a lot of fuss, this savory pork and cheddar scramble hits the spot. Browned ground meat and fluffy eggs cook together in a single skillet, keeping cleanup to a minimum. It's naturally low in carbohydrates, making it a great fit for keto or carnivore diets. The melted cheese binds everything together with a rich, creamy finish that pairs perfectly with the seasoned pork.

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Servings
4
Course
Breakfast
Cuisine
American
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Difficulty
Easy
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Cost
Budget
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Spice
Mild

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon unsalted butter or lard
  • 8 ounces ground pork or ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 8 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 ounce cheddar cheese, shredded (about ¼ cup)
  • 1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Instructions

  1. 1Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the ground pork and salt. Cook for about 4 minutes, breaking the meat apart with a spatula until no pink remains. Breaking the meat into small pieces ensures it cooks evenly and mixes well with the eggs.
  2. 2Pour in the beaten eggs and gently scramble them with a whisk. Continue cooking for about 3 minutes until the eggs are fully set.
  3. 3Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until well combined. Remove the skillet from the heat once the cheese melts.

Notes

  • Swap: Ground beef or turkey works perfectly as a direct substitute for the ground pork.
  • Storage: Cool leftovers completely, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat: Warm portions in a skillet over medium heat with a small amount of butter or lard, stirring frequently for about 2 minutes until heated through.

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Nora Visser, Editor at OneTapRecipes
Nora Visser
Editor, OneTapRecipes
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