Breakfast for 1
Microwave Scrambled Eggs
These scrambled eggs cook in the microwave with milk and butter for a quick, soft breakfast.
$3.10for 4 servings
$0.77 per serving$3.10 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

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- 4 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 1servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 2 | $0.60Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.01Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.25 oz | $0.13Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $0.77 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp milk
- 2 tsp butter
- salt and black pepper
Steps
- Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 15 seconds.
- Whisk in the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Continue microwaving in 15-second bursts, stirring each time, until the eggs are firm and reach 165 F.
Swaps
- Milk for Almond, soy or oat milkabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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