When thinking about what to have for breakfast, scrambled eggs naturally come to mind for many. However, for those used to cooking this classic dish in a fully equipped kitchen, it may be surprising to find out this meal can be made in a college dorm setting! With only a microwave and a mug, any college student can easily whip up a hot breakfast before heading out the door for class.

For this recipe, all you need are eggs, butter (or nonstick spray) and a microwavable mug. Coat the mug in butter or oil to keep the egg from sticking before cracking the egg directly into the mug. As you would with normal scrambled eggs, whisk with a fork before microwaving for about 30 seconds. Then, stir the mixture before microwaving again for another 30 seconds, continuing until the egg is cooked through. Once it’s cooked to your liking, all you have to do is eat out of the mug. With simple ingredients and little mess, this dish saves time in the mornings while still being a great way to get a home-cooked breakfast.

To add to this dish, turning that scrambled egg into an omelet, you may want to add sliced deli meats, chopped bacon, cheese or vegetables for extra flavor. Simply add the chopped ingredients to the egg mixture, stir and microwave until cooked. With many different flavor combinations, this recipe is easily adapted to different preferences and ingredients. Additionally, many grocery stores sell pre-made kits including a disposable plastic container and pre-chopped ingredients—all you need to buy are the eggs to go along with it! Then, you don’t have to do any meal preparation in advance, making this dish even easier in terms of cooking and cleanup.

Overall, this recipe is a great way to introduce a breakfast staple into your dorm cooking repertoire. When you’re in a rush out the door in the morning before class, this is a great meal to keep in mind for its easy, quick cooking and painless cleanup.