173 calories, 4g fat, 730mg sodium, 7.5g carbs, <0.5g fiber, 2g sugars, 22g protein
The recipe: "300 under 300", page 24
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Until today, I have yet to write a review on one of the Hungry Girl egg mug recipes. I always thought it was weird to cook eggs in the microwave, and have always cooked them in some way over the stove or in the oven. Long ago, I tried an egg mug and wasn't all that impressed. However, I figured if I am going to review Hungry Girl recipes, then I can't ignore a whole group of recipes just because of my fear of microwaved eggs.
So, I started with a pretty basic egg mug recipe. Egg Beaters, veggie sausage patty, syrup and cheese were the only ingredients in this egg mug. I do have to say, it came out surprisingly good! I thought the eggs would turn out rubbery, having been cooked in the microwave, but they didn't at all. I think stirring the eggs in the middle of the cooking process helped enormously.
I liked the way this tasted, with the syrup creating a nice sweet and savory flavor combination. I did take HG's advice, and immediately soaked the mug in water after I was done eating. Crusted-on cooked egg did not seem like it would be fun to clean up later. By soaking it, I didn't have any problems when I went to wash the mug a little later.
I am now less of a skeptic about the egg mugs. Next time, I might try something a little lower in calories. I am not going all out yet and saying I am a fan, though. It might take a few more egg mugs to convince me that the microwave is a true option for cooking eggs.
I've hesitated on these recipes for the same reason. Who wants rubbery eggs? Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteI had an egg mug explode in my face after only 1 minute in the microwave! I nearly burned forehead. I guess you really have to stir before you cook it AND half way through to avoid a medical disaster.
ReplyDeleteI have tried several of Hungry Girl egg mug recipes and have loved every one. Microwaves are all different, I suggest watching closing to see if cooking times need to be adjusted. Going to make a classic one for breakfast right now.
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