12 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons butter 8 ounce pkg well chilled cream cheese -- cut into 1/2" cubes 6 ounces thinly sliced Nova Scotia smoked salmon -- or lox -- cut into 1/2" pieces Chopped fresh chives -- optional Whisk eggs, salt and pepper in large bowl to blend. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggs. Using wooden spoon, stir until eggs are almost set, about 5 minutes. Gently fold in cream cheese and salmon and stir just until eggs are set, about 1 minute. Transfer eggs to platter. Sprinkle with chives, if desired, and serve.
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