Dripping Toast
Thick slices of toast spread with beef dripping and a pinch of salt and pepper, a traditional British snack. Two servings in 6 minutes.
Build the Meal Around Dripping Toast
- Strong tea
- Sliced tomato
- Pickled onions
- Fried egg
How to Make Dripping Toast
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Toast the bread for 4 minutes until golden on both sides.
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Spread with the dripping and jelly while hot, season with the salt and pepper and eat straight away.
Notes From the Method
Keep some of the jelly.
Cut the bread thick.
Spread while the toast is hot.
Season generously.
Keeping What's Left
Eat straight away. Dripping keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Questions and Answers
How long does Dripping Toast take to make?
About 6 minutes in total — 2 minutes of preparation and 4 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 2.
What are the key tips for making Dripping Toast?
Keep some of the jelly. Cut the bread thick. Spread while the toast is hot. Season generously.
What should I serve with Dripping Toast?
Strong tea; Sliced tomato; Pickled onions; Fried egg.
How should Dripping Toast be stored?
Eat straight away. Dripping keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Is Dripping Toast suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
The Numbers per Serving
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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