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An egg dish from Italy, with your favourite vegetables added, eaten hot or cold. Makes a light lunch, starter or eaten cold for a picnic.

1 1/2 - 2 eggs per person
freshly grated hard cheese ( cheddar or parmesan ) 
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove of garlic, peeled and crushed
a cupful of your favourite vegetable: spinach or peppers or slightly cooked broccoli
1 - 2 tablespoon of milk
1  tablespoon of olive oil 
salt and freshly ground pepper
you will need a large shallow pan with a heatproof handle

1. mix the eggs with the milk, salt and pepper and most of the grated cheese

2. sweat the  onion in the olive oil

3. add the garlic and vegetables

4. fry gently for a minute or two, depending on your vegetables

5. pour the egg mixture into the pan and let it cook gently stirring lightly the centre

6. when nearly all firm, sprinkle the rest of the cheese over it and place under the grill and brown slightly

7. serve with a mixed salad, delicious.

Tip: This is a good dish to make use of your leftover vegetables and potatoes.

Bon Appétit