Tonight I was really tired. Nalin got home from work, and we both tinkered about while the boys played and clung and scattered things here and there. We thought about getting into the car and getting some middle eastern food somewhat nearby, but somehow I wasn't in the mood. And Nooa was clinging to me and rubbing his eyes. A car ride would not be fun. So we did what we usually do on such nights with little energy and even less creativity. I decided to make a scramble for the boys, put them to bed, and then Nalin would drive out to get Indian take-out for us. A fine plan.
Scrambles are the best. Easy, nutritious, and the kids love them. And here's what you do: sauté a bit of onion, add some veggies and deli meat if you have it around (in this case, I found a nice zucchini, a handful of spinach, and a slice of Applegate Farms ham (the no nitrates in that brand is an added bonus to the great taste). Chop those all up, add to the onions sizzling away in the olive oil, and sprinkle in a bit of kosher salt. Then I mix together three eggs from my favorite place to get eggs (Midnight Sun Organics, which has a booth at our local farmers market - even in the winter), pour in a dash of milk, and add that to the pan once the veggies have started to brown just a tad. A sprinkle of cheddar and a few even stirs to finish cooking the eggs, and voila! A great little meal for the kiddies (and pretty tasty for adults as well if you make a bigger portion). The boys eat every bit and then some applesauce for dessert.
We get them ready, and the boys and I tumble into bed. A story, a song, and they are out. Can't wait for the Indian food to arrive here in just a few minutes. :)