Serving: 8

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 eggs
• 1 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup spinach
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp. water

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 8 muffin cups with oil to prevent sticking.
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs together until well combined.
3. Add the diced green bell pepper, onion, spinach, salt, black pepper, and water to the eggs. Mix everything thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
5. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake until the muffins are set in the middle, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Once the muffins are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly in the muffin tin.
7. Carefully remove the egg muffins from the muffin tin and serve them warm.

Allergies:

Gluten-free (GF)
Dairy-free (DF)
Nut-free (NF)
Shellfish-free (SF)

VARIATIONS OF EGG MUFFINS

1. Bacon and Cheese Egg Muffins: Add cooked and crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture before baking. The salty bacon and melted cheese will add extra flavor to the muffins.
2. Vegetarian Egg Muffins: Skip the meat and add a variety of vegetables like diced tomatoes, mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli to the egg mixture. You can also mix in some feta or goat cheese for added creaminess.
3. Mexican Egg Muffins: Create a Southwestern twist by adding diced bell peppers, jalapenos, black beans, and a sprinkle of taco seasoning to the eggs. Top with a dollop of salsa and some sliced avocado before serving.
4. Ham and Swiss Egg Muffins: Incorporate diced ham and Swiss cheese into the egg mixture for a classic flavor combination.
5. Spinach and Feta Egg Muffins: Replace the diced green bell pepper with chopped spinach and crumbled feta cheese for a delightful Mediterranean-inspired variation.
6. Mushroom and Spinach Egg Muffins: Sauté sliced mushrooms and spinach until tender and mix them into the egg mixture. These earthy flavors create a comforting and nutritious breakfast.
7. Italian Egg Muffins: Add sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and grated Parmesan cheese to the egg mixture for an Italian-inspired flavor profile.
8. Greek Egg Muffins: Combine diced cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese with the eggs to enjoy the flavors of a Greek salad in a convenient muffin form.
9. Buffalo Chicken Egg Muffins: Mix in shredded cooked chicken with a dash of hot sauce and blue cheese crumbles to give your egg muffins a spicy kick.
10. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Egg Muffins: Roast asparagus spears and chop them into small pieces before adding them to the egg mixture. Crumble some goat cheese on top for a creamy finish.
11. Smoked Salmon and Dill Egg Muffins: Fold in smoked salmon pieces and fresh dill into the egg mixture for a gourmet and savory breakfast option.
12. Sausage and Pepper Jack Egg Muffins: Brown and crumble breakfast sausage, then mix it with diced green and red bell peppers and pepper jack cheese for a hearty and spicy muffin.