TEX-MEX SCRAMBLE

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This homey mix of eggs, corn tortilla strips, roast beef and other savory ingredients is a favorite dinner for two for Paula Hill Wharton and her husband in El Paso, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into thin strips
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 plum tomato, chopped
1/4 cup shredded cooked roast beef
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet, cook tortilla strips in 2 teaspoons oil for 5 minutes or until lightly golden brown but not crisp. Add the onion, jalapeno and remaining oil; cook 2 minutes longer. , Add the eggs, tomato, beef, salt and pepper; cook and stir until eggs are completely set. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 25g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 452mg cholesterol, Sodium 437mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.