The dictionary definition for mishmash is “a collection or mixture of unrelated things; a hodgepodge”. And this is exactly what this is. A mixture of vegetables, eggs, cheese and spices, seemingly unrelated but that go so well together. 

In Bulgaria, mish-mash is a traditional meal which we typically make for lunch or dinner. It is most common during the summer when there is an abundance of vegetables. To make sure they don’t get spoiled we would quickly mix them with eggs and feta and prepare this easy and nutritious meal.

I don’t know what took me so long to make a mish-mash in my own home in America. As eggs are a key ingredient, I adapted to local taste, and offered it for breakfast, not dinner.  Since I first made it, Aaron would ask for mish-mash pretty much every weekend morning.  He loves it because it is fresh and tasty but also super healthy – just the perfect balance of proteins, fibers and vitamins. A true breakfast for champions.

 What is your favorite homemade breakfast?

 Mish-Mash

Serves 4 

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 medium tomatoes , peeled and diced
• 3 red peppers, roasted, peeled and diced
• 1 cup (8oz) feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 eggs, beaten
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon crushed red peppers
• ½ cup parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper

In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent. Add tomatoes and peppers. Cook until vegetables are soft and liquid evaporates. Stir in feta. Add oregano and crushed red peppers. Add eggs and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.