Eggs are fried inside a slice of bread for an easy breakfast recipe that is ready in 15 minutes!
Ingredients for Eggs in a Basket
This easy breakfast recipe goes by many different names: eggs-in-a-frame, one-eyed jack, bird’s nest, or toad in a hole. Bread: I love sandwich bread for this recipe, but any bread will work. Pick bread that is about 1-inch thick and sturdy enough to cut a hole in the center. French bread, sourdough, or whole wheat bread work well. Eggs: Use any size of egg you have. You can also replace the eggs with egg whites or boxed eggs. Butter: Butter, ghee, or leftover bacon grease add flavor to this recipe and make the toast golden brown and crispy.
Variations
Add a slice of cheese on top, turn off the heat, and cover to let it melt. Sprinkle the egg with bacon bits before cooking. Add fresh herbs like chives, dill, or parsley to the eggs. Serve topped with sliced avocado or tomatoes.
How to Make Eggs in a Basket
Tips for the Perfect Egg in a Basket
To create perfect circles, use the rim of a glass, a mason jar ring, or a circular cookie cutter (2 ½-inches). To prevent the eggs from sticking use a nonstick skillet and use melted butter or cooking spray before adding the egg.
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