Green Eggs and Ham
Ingredients:
-4 eggs
-2 tablespoons of butter
-1 tablespoon of olive oil
-3 tablespoons of chopped parsley
-3 tablespoons of chopped chives
-3 tablespoons of chopped spring onions
-Salt and pepper to taste
-1 teaspoon of turmeric
-2 tablespoons of chopped ham
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and set aside.
2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped parsley, chives, and spring onions and cook until they are softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and turmeric.
5. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are cooked through.
6. Add the chopped ham and stir to combine.
7. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Serve the green eggs and ham immediately. Enjoy!
Green Eggs and Ham is a renowned children’s book written by the beloved author and illustrator Dr. Seuss. It was first published in 1960 and has sold millions of copies since its first printing. The story follows Sam-I-Am as he attempts to persuade an unnamed character to try Green Eggs and Ham. Despite the character’s hesitation, Sam-I-Am adamantly insists that they try it in myriad settings and scenarios, showcasing the popular phrase, “I do not like them, Sam-I-Am. I do not like green eggs and ham.”
Green Eggs and Ham have become an iconic culinary dish, often served as a celebration meal for children’s birthday parties, in homage to the beloved Dr. Seuss classic. When preparing the dish, the classic elements of the meal remain the same; scrambled eggs brightened with a few drops of food-grade dye and pan-fried bacon strips.
When preparing Green Eggs and Ham, some tips and techniques include:
-Using high-quality cooking oil when frying over medium-high heat
-Stirring the eggs constantly as they cook to create light, fluffy scrambled eggs
-Adding the food-grade dye at the very end of the cooking process to create vibrant green eggs
-Cooking the bacon strips until they reach the desired crispiness
-Arranging the Green Eggs and Ham on the dish or platter attractively
Green Eggs and Ham is iconic in its own right, a beloved culinary dish that dates back to the very mention of it in the classic Dr. Seuss children’s novel. Over time, the dish has evolved to become a more classic meal, with its vibrant green hue and crispy bacon strips serving as a delectable reminder of the book’s timeless characterization of Sam-I-Am and the character’s reluctance to try the dish.