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Raise your hand if you've ever eaten breakfast for lunch or dinner. We do ALL THE TIME. A couple of our favorites are pancakes and eggs and toast, so today, I'm sharing a fun twist on Egg in a Hole. The first time I cooked egg in a hole, it was because I had seen Ree Drummond (The Pioneer Woman) make it for her family. Can I just say how much I adore Ree? She's such an inspiration!
ANYWAY, I thought it would be fun to cook a little love into my egg in a hole by using a heart-shaped cookie cutter. What a perfect surprise for your honey on Valentine's Day, right?
Heck, the kids even love helping with this recipe. They help me push the cookie cutter into the piece of bread and then I finish it up and lift the piece out. Kids love to butter bread, too, so this is another step they can help with!
This recipe is literally three ingredients, not counting the salt, pepper and garnish. So easy. My kids don't really care for sunny-side-up eggs so I often just whisk an egg with a little milk together in a bowl and pour that into the center of the toast. For the scrambled eggs I flip the piece of toast halfway through. 😉 It's really quite the perfect breakfast. Or lunch. Or dinner.
I mean is this not the cutest egg in a hole ever? The ideas are endless. . .shamrocks for St. Patrick's Day, bunnies for Easter, reindeer for Christmas. Whatever cookie cutters you can get your hands on, you can use in the same way.
So, to celebrate Valentine's Day this year, plan a special breakfast and make egg in a hole! Heck, wouldn't you love to have this brought to you in bed on Mother's Day?! I know I would. In fact, I think I need to start dropping hints now so Josh and the kids have ample time to plan. 😉 For Valentine's Day, my family will be enjoying this super fun breakfast. . .made with love. . .of course!
Easy Egg in a Hole
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- Slice of wheat bread
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Use the cookie cutter to make a hole in the center of the slice of bread.
- Butter both sides of the bread and the center.
- In a non-stick skillet, over medium heat, add the bread and the center.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Flip piece of bread and center over.
- Crack the egg into the hole taking care not to break the yolk.
- Season egg with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and cook 5-6 more minutes or until the egg white and yolk are set.
- Sprinkle with parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
- Watch Your Heat: Keep an eye on the heat level while cooking the egg in a hole to prevent the bread from burning. Medium heat is ideal for achieving a golden-brown crust without overcooking the egg. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a gentle sizzle in the skillet.
- Mind the Yolk: Crack the egg into the hole in the bread carefully to avoid breaking the yolk. A perfectly cooked egg in a hole has a runny yolk that oozes out when cut into, adding richness and flavor to the dish. Be gentle when flipping the bread to ensure the yolk stays intact.
- Get Creative with Garnishes: While parsley or chives add freshness and color to the dish, feel free to get creative with additional toppings. Try sprinkling shredded cheese, chopped bacon, diced tomatoes, or avocado slices over the cooked egg for added flavor and texture. Experiment with different combinations to suit your taste preferences.
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