Scottish American Food: Eggs and Cheese

Because many early Scottish farmers had an abundance of chickens and cows, eggs and cheese have become staples of Scottish American cuisine. Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese are both of Scottish heritage, as are other dishes made with eggs: puddings, omelets, casseroles, and soufflés. One specialty is “Scotch Woodcock,” a scrambled egg dish made with cream, butter, and anchovies served over toast. Scotch Rarebit is another dish made with Cheddar cheese cooked with beer and seasonings served with eggs over toast.