Buttered bread turns golden around an egg cooked right in its center. Toast the cutout circles alongside for a crisp bite on the side.
A sturdy slice makes Egg in a Hole easy to turn without tearing. The cutout gives the egg direct contact with the skillet, while the surrounding bread soaks up butter and browns at the same time.
Cut a hole about three inches across, large enough for the white to spread in a thin layer. Medium-low heat lets the egg set before the underside of the bread darkens too far.
Method
Cut a 3-inch hole from the middle of each bread slice. Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
Add the sourdough bread and cutout circles. Crack an egg into each hole and season with salt and pepper. Cook for until the undersides are golden and the egg whites begin to set.
Turn the bread, eggs and circles carefully. Cook for until the second side is golden and the whites and yolks are set.
Scatter with chives and serve the toast circles alongside.
Forkue tips
- Crack each egg into a small cup first so it drops neatly into the hole without shell fragments.
Storing and reheating
Eat straight from the skillet for crisp bread. Refrigerate leftovers for 1 day and warm in a dry skillet over low heat; the egg will firm further.
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Egg in a Hole: FAQ
Why did the egg run under the bread?
The bread may have lifted away from the skillet. Press it flat before adding the egg and use a slice with an even cut face.
Can I use sandwich bread?
Yes. Choose thick slices that can support the egg when turned. Very soft, thin bread is more likely to tear around the hole.
How do I store and reheat Egg in a Hole?
Eat straight from the skillet for crisp bread. Refrigerate leftovers for 1 day and warm in a dry skillet over low heat; the egg will firm further.
How long does Egg in a Hole take?
About 11 min in total: 5 min prep and 6 min cooking.
What do I need to make Egg in a Hole?
The key ingredients are sourdough bread, eggs, butter and chives, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Egg in a Hole?
Crack each egg into a small cup first so it drops neatly into the hole without shell fragments.
