Eggy Soldiers
Eggy Soldiers: the ultimate dip-and-dunk breakfast! Buttery toast meets gooey yolks for a fun, classic start to your day.
Equipment
Instructions
- Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Make sure the 2 Large Eggs are at room temperature to help prevent cracking. (To warm cold eggs quickly, place them in a bowl of warm water for 5 minutes.)2 Large Eggs
- Using a spoon, gently lower the eggs into the boiling water.
- Set a timer for 4½ to 5 minutes for soft-boiled eggs with runny yolks.
- As soon as the timer goes off, remove the eggs and place them briefly in cold water, just enough to cool the shells while keeping the insides warm.
- While the eggs are cooking, toast the bread until golden, then spread with butter while still warm.1 Tbsp Butter, 2 Slices Bread
- Cut the toast into strips about 2 cm wide to make your “soldiers.”
- Place each egg upright in an egg cup. Gently crack and remove the top of the shell with a spoon. Serve immediately with toast soldiers for dipping.
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Notes
Tips and Tricks
- Fresh eggs hold their shape better when boiled.
- No egg cups? Use a small shot glass or the well of a muffin tin.
- Add flavor to your butter with a pinch of paprika, garlic, or herbs.
- A great way to get kids excited about breakfast, make a game of “dipping the eggy soldiers.”
- Stick to the timing, just 30 seconds too long and the yolk won’t be as runny.
Nutrition
Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 201mgSodium: 248mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 445IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg
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