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Egg and Cheese Tostadas

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Egg and Cheese Tostadas are a great idea to make when the cupboard is almost bare, or for a brunch or late night dinner. You can make these as mild or as spicy as you'd like.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 12 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup light cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 cups shredded Colby cheese
  • 2 cups chunky salsa
  • 2 avocados, diced
  • 2 red bell peppers, diced
  • 6 Fried Tostada Shells

Preparation:

In large bowl, beat eggs with sour cream, light cream, salt, and pepper. Melt butter in large saucepan over medium low heat. Add eggs and scramble until set.

Prepare the Fried Tostada Shells while the eggs are cooking and drain on paper towel.

When eggs are done, stir in the cheese and let melt. Make tostadas with eggs, Tostada Shells, and remaining ingredients. Serve immediately. Serves 6

User Reviews

 5 out of 5
Gorgeous recipe, Guest

This recipe is beautiful and delicious. Loved the contrast of colors. And the warm eggs and crisp tostada shell were perfect with the cold salsa and creamy avocado. Definitely a regular on our menu.

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