Classic Egg-in-a-Frame Breakfast
Enjoy a delightful morning meal with this Classic Egg-in-a-Frame Breakfast, a simple yet satisfying dish where a soft, over-easy egg is gently cradled within a buttery, toasted slice of bread. Perfect for a quick breakfast, this timeless dish offers a savory start to your day with the comforting flavors of buttery toast and rich, runny yolk.
2
Servings
N/A
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
white bread
2 slices (remove a small hole in the center)
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons (divided)
large eggs
2 (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
black pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the pan.
2
While the butter is melting, create a small hole in the center of each slice of bread, about the size of a half dollar, using your fingers or a small knife.
3
Spread the remaining butter evenly over one side of each bread slice.
4
Place the bread slices buttered side up in the skillet with the melted butter.
5
Crack an egg into the hole of each slice of bread, ensuring the yolk settles in the center.
6
Season each egg with a pinch of salt and pepper.
7
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the white is partially set, then gently flip the bread with the egg to cook the other side, adding more butter if needed.
8
Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the yolk to remain runny.
9
Remove from the skillet and serve immediately, garnished with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classic Egg-in-a-Frame Breakfast?
It is a simple dish where an egg is cooked inside a hole cut into a slice of buttery, toasted bread.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 2 people.
What type of bread is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 slices of white bread, but other sturdy bread varieties can be used.
How do I make the hole in the bread?
You can use your fingers or a small knife to create a hole about the size of a half dollar in the center of each slice.
What size should the center hole be?
The hole should be approximately the size of a half dollar coin.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either butter or margarine for this recipe.
How much butter is required?
A total of 2 tablespoons of butter is needed, divided between the pan and the bread.
What heat setting should I use to cook the eggs?
Preheat your skillet and cook the dish over medium heat.
How do I prepare the bread slices before cooking?
Remove a small hole from the center and spread butter evenly over one side of each slice.
When do I add the egg to the bread?
Place the bread buttered side up in the skillet, then crack the egg directly into the center hole.
How do I season the Egg-in-a-Frame?
Season each egg with a pinch of salt and black pepper while it cooks.
How long does the first side take to cook?
The first side should cook for 2-3 minutes or until the egg white is partially set.
When should I flip the bread?
Flip the bread and egg once the white is partially set and the bottom is toasted.
What is the total cooking time for the second side?
Cook the second side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Should the yolk be runny?
Yes, the instructions suggest allowing the yolk to remain runny for a classic experience.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
You will need 2 large eggs.
Can I add more butter during cooking?
Yes, you can add more butter when flipping the bread if needed.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy and quick breakfast recipe.
How should I serve this dish?
Remove from the skillet and serve immediately, garnished with extra salt and pepper if desired.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish features buttery, savory, and rich flavors from the toast and egg yolk.
What ingredients are mandatory for this recipe?
The required ingredients are white bread, butter or margarine, large eggs, salt, and black pepper.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Breakfast dish.
How much salt and pepper is recommended?
The recipe suggests 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Can I use a different type of egg?
While large eggs are specified, you can use any chicken eggs you have available.
Is this a good comfort food option?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a comfort food.
How do I ensure the egg white is cooked?
Cook until the white is opaque and set, usually taking 4-6 minutes total across both sides.
Do I butter both sides of the bread?
You melt butter in the pan for one side and spread butter on the other side of the slice.
Can I make this for just one person?
Yes, you can easily halve the ingredients to make a single serving.
What do I do with the bread centers?
While not in the instructions, many people toast the removed circles in the same pan with butter.
How quickly can I make this breakfast?
Including prep, this dish can be completed in approximately 10 minutes.