Simple Boiled Egg on Toast recipe

Name: Simple Boiled Egg on Toast
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 Eggs; 2 slices Bread; 10g Butter; pinch Salt; pinch Black Pepper

A classic British breakfast of soft boiled eggs served over hot buttered toast. It is quick, filling, and ideal for a busy morning.

12 min · Easy · British Jump to method

Ingredients

1 servings

2 Eggs
2 slices Bread
10g Butter
pinch Salt
pinch Black Pepper

Nutrition	Per serving
Calories	320 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbohydrates	25 g
Fat	17 g
Saturated fat	7 g
Fibre	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	360 mg

Why this works

A simple, filling breakfast with good protein and moderate energy, but relatively high in saturated fat and sodium for one serving.

High-quality protein. Eggs provide complete protein, which supports muscle maintenance and helps with satiety.

B vitamins and choline. Eggs contribute vitamin B12, riboflavin and choline, all important for energy metabolism and normal nervous system function.

Saturated fat and sodium. Butter and added salt increase saturated fat and sodium, which may be less suitable if you are limiting either.

Method

Bring a pan of water to the boil and carefully lower in the eggs.
Cook for 6–7 minutes for a soft boiled egg, then lift out and cool briefly under cold water.
Toast the bread and spread with butter.
Peel the eggs, halve them, and place on top of the toast.
Season with salt and black pepper and serve immediately.

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