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Egg Nests
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Recipe Category: Breakfast
Keywords: < 30 Mins, Easy
Recipe Servings: 2
Aggregated Rating: 5 (from 1 review)
Description
This recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional egg breakfasts, perfect for a quick meal on the go. Inspired by a friend from Louisiana, it has become a favorite enjoyed weekly for over a decade.
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 2 slices of bread
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Cheddar cheese, grated
- Tabasco sauce (or any hot sauce), a few drops per egg
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 350.7
- Total Fat: 18.4g
- Saturated Fat: 9.2g
- Cholesterol: 242mg
- Sodium: 541.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.6g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 12g
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
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Prepare the bread slices by hollowing out the center slightly, creating a nest-like shape. Place them on a baking sheet.
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Dot each bread nest with butter.
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Carefully break one egg into each bread nest.
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Season with salt to taste.
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Add 4-6 drops of Tabasco sauce (adjust to your spice preference) on each egg.
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Cover each egg with grated cheddar cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven until the eggs are set, typically about 15-18 minutes. The whites should be fully cooked, and the yolks can be cooked to your desired doneness.
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Serve immediately, optionally garnished with chopped herbs or additional hot sauce.
Tips and Variations
- Variations: Experiment with different types of bread for varying textures and flavors.
- Additions: Consider adding cooked bacon or diced vegetables for added flavor and texture.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated briefly in the oven or microwave.
Enjoy your delicious Egg Nests, a perfect blend of simplicity and savory flavors for any morning or quick meal occasion!
