Crispy Cheese Egg Bites

Ingredients:

• Hard-boiled eggs, sliced in half lengthwise

• Shredded cheese of choice

• Optional toppings & variations listed below

Directions:

1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.

2. Add small piles of shredded cheese directly to the skillet (about the size of each egg half).

3. Place each egg half flat side down on top of the cheese.

4. Let cook undisturbed until the cheese melts, bubbles, and becomes golden and crispy around the edges.

5. Carefully remove and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool and crisp up further.

6. Drizzle or top as desired and serve immediately.

Flavor Ideas:

• Sweet & Spicy: Sweet chili sauce + chopped cilantro

• Buffalo Ranch: Buffalo sauce + ranch drizzle + chives

• Everything Bagel: Mayo drizzle + everything seasoning

• Caprese-Inspired: Pesto + tomato + balsamic glaze

• Breakfast Classic: Bacon + chives + hot sauce

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