Are you the one by yourself in the kitchen making last-minute scrambled eggs for all your brunch guests? No longer! Make them ahead and pop them in the slow cooker. Thanks to a couple secret ingredients, they are so creamy and tender, I promise! Originally posted August 17, 2017.
He added their anniversary to his calendar on the wrong date, YEARS ago. And he still hasn’t changed it. I’ve gotten texts for the last 9 years on August 16: Eric: Tomorrow is your parents anniversary! Me: What? No it’s not. (And it wasn’t last year, or the year before…)
But really, how lucky am I to have snagged a guy who not only remembers our anniversary, but my parents’ as well? Who am I to split hairs about the date?
It reminds me of how Eric’s number was recorded on my phone as “Eric 106” for the longest time. Back in college I would add people to my phone organized by their first name and their apartment number (apparently I was WAY too cool for last names.)
So when Eric called me up to ask me out on our first date, I added him to my phone as Eric 106 because that’s where he lived, apartment 106. We dated, (broke up, oops that was me sorry Eric), got engaged, got married, had some kids, and then one day a few years ago Eric finally changed it to “Eric Husband.” We’re simple folks over here guys. At least the EMTs will know who to call if I’m ever in an accident.
Also, side note, I was just googling some of my recipes to find suggested posts below, (just add “charlatan,” any of my recipes should come up) and stumbled on this restaurant called Charlatan. It’s in Chicago, has anyone been?? Looks pretty tasty.
You sure can mix the eggs and put them in the fridge overnight to be cooked in the morning.
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Scrambled Eggs Substitutions and Variations
If you’d like to scramble things up even more, here are a few ideas for changing your scrambled eggs to suit your preferences (and those of your guests).
- Instead of cheddar cheese, feel free to substitute a cheese of your choice–I recommend monterey jack or pepper jack.
- Leave the toppings on the side. Set the green onions, shredded cheese, and even crumbled bacon next to the scrambled eggs for guests to add as they prefer.
- Instead of milk, use cream or half and half for an even creamier, richer flavor.
How to make Scrambled Eggs for a Crowd
Here’s a quick overview of how to make these scrambled eggs. Scroll down to the recipe card below for complete instructions!
- In a blender, add eggs, milk, and all the spices. Make sure you use a large blender or blend in batches.
- Melt 1/2 cup butter in a 12 inch high-sided skillet over medium heat. When it is nice and hot, pour in the egg mixture and lower the heat to medium-low. Occasionally scrape the bottom of the pan. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the eggs are starting to set.
- Carefully fold in the cream cheese and let it melt into the eggs.
- When the eggs have cooked but are still quite wet, add the eggs to a crock pot and turn the crock pot to warm. (If there is no warm setting, the low setting will do.) Put the lid on.
- Stir the eggs every hour or so (you can keep them warm in the crock pot for about 4-5 hours).
How to Make Foolproof Scrambled Eggs for a Crowd: Stacy Lyn Harris
FAQ
Can I mix up scrambled eggs the night before?
Can you keep uncooked scrambled egg mix in the fridge?
Can you scramble eggs and leave them overnight?
Can I whisk eggs ahead of time?
How to make scrambled eggs the night before?
Precious minutes add up quickly, so one of the easiest things you can do is prepare scrambled eggs the night before. To a bowl, add the amount of eggs desired plus any other ingredients. I like to add salt and pepper, fresh or dried herbs, chopped tomatoes and any other vegetables on hand.
Is a simple scrambled egg nutritious?
Eggs are extremely nutrient dense. They not only provide us with the essential amino acid building blocks that our body needs to build protein, they also consist of a number of key vitamins and minerals that can help support our overall health. Scrambling eggs without adding too much of other additives such as cream, butter or salt is considered very nutritious.
Should you eat scrambled eggs in the morning?
Yes!! And you should, because it will save you so much time in the morning. And it has worked so well that I’m kicking myself for not thinking of it earlier. Plus, if you have a batch of scrambled eggs in the fridge, you can easily whip up a batch of Ham and Swiss Quiche or Bacon Egg Rolls for a fun and savory make-ahead breakfast.
Can you make scrambled eggs before standardized tests?
Every spring, my husband and I scramble about 12 dozen eggs using this recipe to serve to school kids before they take standardized tests. The recipe works beautifully, and the kids do well. Make it the night before, then just reheat in the morning. To make these eggs even more special, put them in puff pastry shells.