Soft-boiled eggs with toasted soldiers make for a delightful breakfast or light meal. Here’s a simple recipe to guide you through:
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
- Butter, for spreading
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Make sure the water level is about an inch above the eggs.
- Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a gentle boil.
- Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for about 4-5 minutes for a soft-boiled consistency. Adjust the timing based on your preference for yolk consistency (runny or slightly set).
- After the desired time, remove the eggs from the heat and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for a minute or two, then carefully peel them.
- Prepare the Toasted Soldiers:
- While the eggs are cooking, toast the bread slices until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the toasted bread from the toaster or oven and let them cool slightly.
- Cut each slice of bread into strips, about 1 inch wide, to create the “soldiers.”
- Serve:
- Once the eggs are peeled and the soldiers are ready, spread a thin layer of butter on each soldier.
- Arrange the toasted soldiers on a plate or serving tray.
- Place the soft-boiled eggs in egg cups or simply on the plate next to the soldiers.
- Sprinkle the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired.
- Serve immediately, encouraging diners to dip the soldiers into the soft egg yolks.
Enjoy your delicious soft-boiled eggs with toasted soldiers!
