Classic Eggs-in-Bed Recipe

Eggs-in-bed, also known as eggs-in-a-hole or toad in the hole, is a simple yet satisfying breakfast dish where eggs are cooked inside a hole in a slice of bread. This dish is perfect for a lazy weekend morning or a quick and easy breakfast during the week.

Ingredients

• 2 slices of bread
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Using a cookie cutter or a small glass, cut a hole in the center of each slice of bread.
2. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
3. Place the bread slices in the skillet and crack an egg into each hole in the bread.
4. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the eggs are set on the bottom.
5. Carefully flip the bread and eggs over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the eggs are cooked to your desired doneness.
6. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

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