Egg in a Hole
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Egg in a Hole, also known as Egg in a Basket, is a simple breakfast dish made by frying an egg inside a hole cut from a slice of bread. The typical ingredients are bread, an egg, and butter or oil for frying. It is a classic comfort food, particularly popular in American and British home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of protein from the egg and carbohydrates from the bread, with fat coming from the cooking butter or oil. A single serving typically contains around 250-350 calories, providing key nutrients like protein, B vitamins, and iron.
💡 What's interesting
The dish is culturally fascinating for its many regional names, such as 'Toad in the Hole' (though that can also refer to a different dish) and 'One-Eyed Jack.' Nutritionally, it's a clever way to create a more substantial and balanced meal from two very basic pantry staples.