Country Living Egg in a Hole

Start your day with the rustic charm of a classic **Country Living Egg in a Hole**, a quick and satisfying breakfast that’s both simple and indulgent. This timeless recipe features a golden, buttery slice of bread toasted to perfection, with a soft, velvety egg nestled in the center. With just five minutes of prep and cook time each, this dish makes the perfect combination of speed and flavor for busy mornings. Sprinkle a pinch of salt, black pepper, and optional parsley for a touch of freshness, and savor the joy of dipping the toasted bread circle into the luscious yolk. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this recipe brings a cozy, farmhouse-style twist to your table with minimal effort. A must-try for fans of easy comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 slice sliced bread
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1 teaspoon parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Using a round cookie cutter or the rim of a small glass, cut a hole about 2 inches in diameter in the center of the slice of bread. Keep the bread intact, including the cut-out circle.

Step 2

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt and coat the skillet evenly.

Step 3

Place the slice of bread and its cut-out circle into the skillet. Toast on one side for about 1–2 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 4

Flip the bread and the cut-out circle over. Crack the egg into the hole in the bread, being careful to keep the yolk intact.

Step 5

Season the egg with a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolk remains runny. For a harder yolk, cook 1–2 minutes longer.

Step 6

Once the egg is cooked to your liking, remove the bread from the skillet, along with the toasted cut-out circle.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately. Use the toasted cut-out circle to dip into the yolk, if runny.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(99.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	277.4

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 252.4mg	0%
Sodium 460.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 9.3g	0%

Vitamin D 56.0IU	0%
Calcium 68.6mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 112.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 21.3%