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Toasted white bread filled with an egg in the center and topped with fresh thyme.
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Egg in a Hole

This crispy toast topped with a fried egg is the perfect start to your day!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: English
Keyword: breakfast ideas, egg, toast
Servings: 2 toasts

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 40 grams butter
  • 2 slices toast
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

  • Butter both toasts on each side with half the butter.
  • Cut out the center of the toasts with the round cutter.
  • Melt the remaining butter in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Place the toasts and the cutouts on the pan.
  • Once golden brown on one side, turn over the toast and cut outs.
  • Crack the eggs open into the hole.
  • When the other side of the toast is golden brown, turn the heat down to medium-low until the egg is cooked through.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt, pepper, fresh thyme, and serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 207mg | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 737IU | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 2mg