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Eggy Bread

Slices of white bread dipped in beaten egg and milk and fried in butter until golden. Two servings in 15 minutes.

Not yet ratedThis recipe has no ratings yet 15 min total Serves 2 servings Easy
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Build the Meal Around Eggy Bread

  • Bacon
  • Grilled tomato
  • Baked beans
  • Mug of tea

How to Make Eggy Bread

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  1. Whisk the eggs, milk and salt in a shallow dish until smooth.

  2. Melt half the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.

  3. Soak two slices of bread for 15 seconds per side, let the excess drip off, and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and puffed. Keep warm.

  4. Repeat with the remaining butter and bread. Serve with the ketchup.

Worth Knowing Before You Cook

Use day-old bread so the slices hold together.

Keep the heat medium so the egg sets before the outside burns.

Add black pepper to the egg for a savoury kick.

Storing and Reheating

Best eaten straight away. Leftover slices keep in the fridge for 1 day; reheat in a toaster.

Common Questions

How long does Eggy Bread take to make?

About 15 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 2.

What are the key tips for making Eggy Bread?

Use day-old bread so the slices hold together. Keep the heat medium so the egg sets before the outside burns. Add black pepper to the egg for a savoury kick.

What should I serve with Eggy Bread?

Bacon; Grilled tomato; Baked beans; Mug of tea.

Is Eggy Bread suitable for a special diet?

This recipe is vegetarian 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.

How many calories are in Eggy Bread?

About 372 kcal per serving, with 13 g protein, 35 g carbohydrate and 20 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.

Nutrition per Serving

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.

372Calories
13gProtein
35gCarbs
20gFat
2gFibre
8gSugar
800mgSodium

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