Egg and Soldiers
Delightfully simple yet irresistibly satisfying, Egg and Soldiers is the perfect comfort food that combines creamy, soft-boiled eggs with crispy, buttery toast fingers for a nostalgic and hearty treat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this classic British breakfast or snack is as quick as it is delicious. With perfectly tender egg whites and a rich, runny yolk ideal for dipping, each bite is a comforting blend of textures and flavors. The toast "soldiers," toasted to golden perfection and slathered with melted butter, make the ideal accompaniment. Finished with a touch of salt and pepper, this recipe is perfect for any time of day. Whether you're teaching little ones the joy of dipping or savoring it with a hot cup of tea, Egg and Soldiers is a timeless dish sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 Bread slices (white or wholegrain)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Pepper
Instructions
Fill a small saucepan with enough water to cover the eggs and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water using a spoon. Allow them to cook for precisely 4.5 to 5 minutes for soft-boiled eggs with a runny yolk.
While the eggs are cooking, toast the bread slices until golden brown.
Spread the butter evenly over the warm toast slices while they are still hot.
Cut each slice of toast into 4 strips to create the 'soldiers'. Set aside.
Once the eggs have finished cooking, immediately transfer them to a bowl of cold water or run them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Carefully crack the top of each egg using a knife or a spoon and peel away just enough shell to expose the yolk.
Place the eggs upright in egg cups or use a small bowl to hold them in place.
Serve the eggs with the buttery toast soldiers on the side, and sprinkle the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Dip the toast soldiers into the soft yolk and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 438 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1177 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 205 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
