Eggs for Breakfast
08 February 2026
Eggs are an ideal nutrient-dense breakfast food, providing high-quality protein and essential nutrients to start the day. They promote satiety, helping to keep you full longer, and are versatile, quick to prepare, and budget-friendly.
Below is an offering of 14 serving suggestions.
Egg Scramble -
1. Egg Scramble with Olive Oil
Total time -
About 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS -
Two servings
Two large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Olive oil
Salt, pepper to taste
TOOLS -
Cast iron skillet
Spatula
PREPARATION -
Add two tablespoons butter into skillet on medium heat
Vigorously mix two eggs with about a tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, until mixture has emulsified and become bubbly
Add egg mixture to the pan when butter is completely melted and a bit bubbly
Tilt so that egg mixture covers the surface of the pan, then begin to pull to the center with the spatula and continue to tilt and rotate until eggs are still wet and glistening
Slide onto a plate, the eggs will continue to cook
Drizzle with olive oil, add additional fresh black pepper, salt as garnish
2. Egg and Scallion Scramble
PREPARATION -
Begin by cutting scallions into uniform 1/2 pieces and add to heated skillet with butter
Cook until tender and slightly translucent
add egg mixture and continue as above
3. Cacio e Pepe
Breakfast Cacio e Pepe is inspired by the classic flavor combination of cheese and black pepper - but with eggs, and no dairy. Vigorous mixing and lots of olive oil is the key to the secret sauce.
Poached -
4. Uova al Pomodoro
Uova al Pomodoro is a comforting, rustic Italian dish of eggs poached in savory tomato sauce.
5. Microwave Poach
Total time -
About 10 minutes, 5 per egg
INGREDIENTS -
Two servings
Two large eggs
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons white vinegar
Salt, pepper to taste
Dried herbs (optional)
TOOLS -
Microwave oven
Pyrex measuring cup
Slotted spoon or two large dinner spoons
Paper towels
PREPARATION -
Add one tablespoon vinegar, one tablespoon salt to a cup of water
Place into microwave oven and heat at about one minute intervals and quickly stir until mixture starts to bubble - about 4 minutes
Crack one egg into mixture and cook for about 45 - 60 seconds (depending on your microwave and desired consistency)
Using a slotted spoon place onto a paper towel to absorb excess liquid
Repeat for the next egg, then garnish with salt, pepper, and herbs
5. Microwave Poach
Omelette -
6. Brie Omelet
A Brie Omelet marries creamy, melted cheese with fluffy eggs. An egg and olive oil mixture gently cooked in butter, creates rolling curds, that blend with rich, melted brie.
7. Provençal Omelette
Unlike the pale, delicate omelettes found in Paris, Provençal omelettes are more rustic, and sometimes served open-faced.
Fried -
8. Eggs Sunny Side Up with Sriracha and Kewpie Mayonnaise
Total time -
About 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS -
Per serving
Two large eggs
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Sriracha
Kewpie Mayonaisse
Salt, pepper to taste
TOOLS -
Cast iron skillet
Spatula
PREPARATION -
Add two tablespoons butter into skillet on medium heat
Crack eggs into the pan when butter is completely melted and a bit bubbly
When eggs no longer stick to the pan, tilt and rotate to make sure butter is uniform
Cover for about one minute if you prefer a firmer yolk
Slide onto a plate of Sriracha and mayonaisse
9. Sunshine Toast
An egg fried in toast has many nicknames which vary by country, culture, region, or family tradition including Egg in the Basket, Toad in the Hole, One-Eyed Jack, Pirate’s Eye, Bird’s Nest, Bull’s Eye Egg, and of course one of the most fun and optimistic - Sunshine Toast.
10. Eggs Over Hard, Steak and Rye Toasts
Total time -
About 20 minutes
INGREDIENTS -
Per serving
Two large eggs
6 to 8 ounces ribeye, sirloin, or skirt steak
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Rye bread
Salt, pepper to taste
TOOLS -
Cast iron skillet
Spatula
PREPARATION -
Add meat, two tablespoons butter, salt, pepper into skillet on medium heat
Remove or push to the side when cooked to preference
Crack eggs into pan, add additonal butter if necessary
When eggs no longer stick to the pan, tilt and rotate to make sure butter is uniform
Cover for about one to two minutes until hard
Slide onto a plate with meat
Toast bread in skillet and serve
11. Eggs Sunny Side Up with Pan con Tomato
A simple, traditional Spanish toast rubbed with ripe tomato, garlic, and drizzled with olive oil and salt, often served as a tapa or breakfast. Place the eggs on top for an open-faced sandwich.
12. Eggs Over Medium with Rye Toasts
Total time -
10 minutes
PREPERATION -
using two eggs and a slice of Rye bread prepare as above, covering eggs to steam until medium
8. Eggs Sunny Side Up with Sriracha and Kewpie Mayonnaise
10. Eggs Over Hard, Steak and Rye Toasts
12. Eggs Over Medium with Rye Toasts
Frittata -
13. Broccoli Frittata
A Frittata is an Italian open-faced, crustless egg dish, similar to a quiche or omelet with vegetables, cheese, or meat. Prepared in a microwave oven with one bowl, minimal ingredients, and easy clean-up.
14. Frittata with Mashed Avocado and Sriracha
Total time -
About 10 minutes
INGREDIENTS -
Per serving
Two large eggs
Extra virgin oil olive
Salt, pepper
One ripe avocado
Sriracha or other hot sauce
Maldon Salt Flakes
TOOLS -
Microwave oven
Microwave safe bowl
PREPARATION -
Add two eggs, olive oil, salt, pepper to a microwave safe bowl and vigourously mix
Firmly cover the bowl with a paper towel or plate and microwave for about three minutes, the steam will cook the top surface
There will be liquid in the center, surrounded by cooked egg on the peripheral of the bowl
Run fork under the cooked portion of the egg, add olive oil around the edge of the bowl
Cook for additional 30 seconds or until firm
Loosen from bowl and plate bowl side up
Drizzle olive oil, add mashed avocado, hot sauce, black pepper, and salt flakes
14. Frittata with mashed avocado and Sriracha
