"Joe's Special consists of ground beef, spinach, onions, mushrooms, and eggs. The beef is browned, the vegetables are added, and once the spinach has wilted, whisked eggs are mixed in until just barely set."
"The name comes from New Joe's, the diner where the dish was invented in 1920s San Francisco. New Joe's was replaced by Original Joe's in the 1930s, and the dish stuck around."
"According to legend, it was a special request by a customer, but it became so popular it was added to the menu. From there it spread to other restaurants, and then across the country as a simple, hearty breakfast dish."
"Cooking ground beef with vegetables and eggs only takes a few minutes, and the seasoning is not complicated. Sourdough toast is the traditional side."
Joe's Special is a breakfast scramble that combines ground beef, spinach, onions, mushrooms, and eggs. The dish is prepared by browning the beef, adding vegetables, and mixing in whisked eggs until just set. Traditionally seasoned with salt and pepper, variations may include garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and red chili flakes. Originating from New Joe's diner in 1920s San Francisco, it became popular and spread across the country as a hearty breakfast option. Sourdough toast is a common side, and cheese or ground turkey can be added for variations.
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