Eggy Bread
Slices of white bread dipped in beaten egg and milk and fried in butter until golden. Two servings in 15 minutes.
Build the Meal Around Eggy Bread
- Bacon
- Grilled tomato
- Baked beans
- Mug of tea
How to Make Eggy Bread
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Whisk the eggs, milk and salt in a shallow dish until smooth.
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Melt half the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
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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.
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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.
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