Description
This hearty Scrambled Eggs with Kielbasa recipe combines savory smoked sausage with fluffy scrambled eggs, sautéed onions, and optional cheddar cheese for a flavorful and satisfying breakfast or brunch dish that serves four.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins and Dairy
- 8 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, amount as desired)
Meat
- 1 cup Kielbasa (sliced)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1/2 medium Onion (finely diced)
- Chives (for garnish, amount as desired)
Seasonings
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Egg Mixture: Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until the mixture is well combined and slightly frothy. Set aside for cooking.
- Cook Kielbasa: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt one tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. This will render some of the fat and develop flavor.
- Sauté Onion: Add the finely diced onion to the skillet with the kielbasa. Continue to sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, around 3 minutes. This softens the onion and melds flavors.
- Scramble Eggs: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Once melted, pour in the egg mixture. Let it sit undisturbed briefly, then gently stir and fold the eggs with a spatula, cooking to your preferred doneness.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: If using cheddar cheese or fresh herbs, stir them in when the eggs are still slightly runny but nearly cooked. Allow residual heat to melt the cheese and finish cooking the eggs.
- Serve: Plate the scrambled eggs with kielbasa immediately. Garnish with additional chives or a sprinkle of paprika if desired. Serve alongside toast or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the kielbasa is certified gluten-free.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste, especially if kielbasa is already salty.
- Optional shredded cheddar cheese adds richness but can be omitted for a lighter dish.
- Chives add a fresh, mild onion flavor and a pop of color as garnish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
