Easy Egg in a Hole
A classic breakfast dish where an egg is cooked inside a slice of bread. Crispy, buttery toast meets a perfectly cooked egg for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 slice bread (white, wheat, sourdough, or your favorite)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon butter
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- optional shredded cheese
- optional fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
- optional hot sauce or ketchup
Instructions
- Use a round cookie cutter, glass, or knife to cut a hole (about 2-3 inches in diameter) in the center of the bread slice. Keep the cut-out piece for toasting later.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt and coat the pan evenly.
- Place the bread slice and the cut-out circle in the skillet. Toast for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip the bread slice and gently crack the egg into the hole. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the egg white is set but the yolk is still runny. For a firmer yolk, cover the skillet with a lid for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately, topping with optional cheese, herbs, or sauces. Use the toasted bread circle for dipping.
Notes
For a healthier version, use whole-grain bread and olive oil instead of butter. Experiment with fun shapes using cookie cutters!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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