French Scrambled Eggs

Directions

1. 1
   Place 1-inch of water in the bottom of a double boiler and heat until boiling, reduce the heat to very low.
2. 2
   When the water is simmering, place the top of the double boiler over the water.
3. 3
   Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and heat until melted.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a medium bowl just until combined.
5. 5
   Add 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces, salt to taste and a grinding of pepper.
6. 6
   Pour into the double boiler.
7. 7
   Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof rubber spatula, until eggs are thickened into soft curds, 10 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   To serve, place a slice of toast on the side of each of two plates and spoon the eggs into the center.