Herb and Egg Scramble with Garlic Toast and Sliced Tomato

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12 eggs, beaten

4 ounces garlic and herb cheese (such as Boursin or Alouette) or, cream cheese, cut or crumbled into small pieces

3 tablespoons chives, chopped -- about 12 blades

Salt and black pepper

A few drops hot sauce

2 tablespoons butter or extra-virgin olive oil

4 plum or Roma tomatoes, sliced lengthwise

Smoked salmon, sliced ham or salami, chopped -- optional additions for the eggs

Toast:

8 slices white, wheat, soft sliced Italian or whole grain bread

2 large cloves garlic, cracked away from skin

4 tablespoons softened salted butter