Prep time:

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Total time:

Serves: 8

1tbsp Rapeseed Oil

1tsp Smoked Paprika

110g Grated Cheddar

6 Eggs

Salt and Pepper

Pinch Sumac

1/2 Red Onion

1/2 Red Pepper

Julie Simpson creates four simple recipes for easy-to-transport travellers’ treats

  1. Chop and thinly slice the pepper and onion, toss in the oil, sumac and smoked paprika and roast on a baking tray in a hot oven (200°C) for 15 minutes.
  2. Divide the roasted vegetables and grated cheese between 8 deep non-stick muffin tins.
  3. Whisk the eggs, add a grinding of black pepper and divide mixture between the 8 tins.
  4. Cook in oven at 180°C for 12-15 minutes.

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  • pictures: David Merewether

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