Give Scrambled Eggs An Instant Flavor Boost With A Packet You Have In The Pantry

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When you want an easy breakfast, eggs are key to a protein-rich morning meal that can be made in minutes — but for maximum flavor, you might want to think about scrambling them because you can mix them with any spice, herb, or seasoning you'd like. For example, pairing taco seasoning with your scrambled eggs creates an incomparable taste that requires only a few seconds of extra work.

For the simplest preparation, you can just whisk a teaspoon of the seasoning — we like McCormick Original Taco Seasoning Mix, available on Amazon — to about six eggs before you cook them, which will feed two to three people for breakfast. Most premade taco seasoning mixes contain plenty of salt, plus cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and other spices, so you may be ready to go right out of the packet without needing to add anything else. But you can customize it to get exactly the flavor profile you're looking for.

If you're eating the eggs right off the plate, think about adding some cheese — Monterey Jack melts beautifully, and you can add a little extra spice with pepper jack. But cheddar is always a good choice and can add a sharper flavor, depending on what you use. For more creaminess, try Havarti, or go for Comté for some nutty undertones. From there, some freshly chopped cilantro or a drizzle of hot sauce makes for delicious toppings.

If you want to make a whole meal, you can add some extra ingredients to your plate. Putting a little chorizo in your scrambled eggs will give them a richer, spicier flavor, plus more protein. Or think about making summery breakfast tacos or burritos. You can cook sauteed onions, potatoes, and bell peppers, then mix it all together with your spiced eggs. All you need to do is wrap the mixture in your favorite tortilla, and you can enjoy it at the breakfast table or on the go.