Huevos Americanos

I started making this dish in my early twenties while in code school. I needed a protein-packed breakfast that I could eat and repeat multiple days throughout the week; which meant I wanted to combine flavor and energy while keeping the cooking and cleaning quick.

So came my basic but great dish that my husband and I call "Huevos" — but if you're looking for something authentic to the true "Huevos Rancheros", I suggest you look elsewhere.

Ingredients:

• 1 egg, scrambled (with cheese, if desired)

• 7oz or so of black or refried canned beans, heated

• 4 tbsp salsa (e.g. Pace - Medium)

• 1 tbsp low-fat sour cream

Steps:

• Scramble the eggs, over low heat, with a pat of butter. Add salt and pepper.

• Over the stove or in the microwave, heat the beans of your choosing.

• Add both the eggs and the beans to a bowl, and top with salsa and sour cream.

• Enjoy the energy that will carry you through to lunch!