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Perfect Scrambled Eggs - 3 Ways (English, French, American)

Learn how to make scrambled eggs three ways: soft French-style, creamy English-style and fluffy American-style eggs.

Jamie Oliver

Learn how to make scrambled eggs three ways: soft French-style, creamy English-style and fluffy American-style eggs.

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Ingredients

6 ingredients
  • 4 eggs
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Butter
  • Cream or milk (for American style)
  • Chives or herbs (optional)

Method

6 steps
  1. Crack eggs into a bowl and beat lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. For English style: Melt butter in pan, add eggs, cook gently stirring until soft curds form.
  3. For French style: Beat eggs with a little cream, cook very slowly in butter, stirring continuously until creamy.
  4. For American style: Beat eggs with milk or cream, cook in butter over medium heat, stirring until fluffy.
  5. Season to taste and serve immediately.
  6. Optionally garnish with chopped chives or herbs.
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