Eggs in a Basket
A simple, cute breakfast of baked eggs nestled into golden brown grilled toast.
Ingredients
- your favorite bread
- eggs
- softened butter or mayonnaise
- salt and black pepper
- fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped (optional garnish)
- paprika or cayenne pepper (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Use a sharp knife or cookie cutter to cut out a hole in each slice of bread large enough to crack 1 whole egg inside
- Smooth a light coat of softened butter or mayonnaise over both sides of the bread
- Place a flat griddle or wide skillet over medium heat
- Place the bread onto the warm skillet and crack 1 egg in each hole
- Season with salt and black pepper
- Cook until your eggs reach your desired doneness (additional instructions above)
- Garnish with finely chopped parsley or chives and a pinch of paprika or cayenne pepper
- Serve warm