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Lazy But Tasty 5-Minute Egg and Cheese Toast
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Lazy But Tasty 5-Minute Egg and Cheese Toast
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Lazy But Tasty 5-Minute Egg and Cheese Toast

A quick and incredibly easy breakfast idea, perfect for those mornings when you want something delicious without spending much time in the kitchen. This recipe combines simple ingredients like bread, egg, and cheese to create a satisfying and 'lazy but tasty' meal in under 5 minutes.
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Ingredients ready for a quick start
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Recipe Information

2m
Prep Time
3m
Cook Time
5m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
18g
Protein
28g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Egg cooking in a pan
Egg cooking in a pan

Ingredients

  • Bread
    (Any type of sandwich bread works well)

    2 slices

  • Large Egg

    1 count

  • Cheddar Cheese
    (Or other melting cheese like American or Swiss)

    1 slice

  • Butter
    (For cooking the egg)

    1 tablespoon

  • Salt

    to taste

  • Black Pepper

    to taste
Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Assembling the breakfast toast
Assembling the breakfast toast

Instructions

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  • 1

    Gather all your ingredients: bread, egg, cheese, butter, salt, and pepper. This ensures a smooth and quick cooking process.
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    Gather all your ingredients: bread, egg, cheese, butter, salt, and pepper. This ensures a smooth and quick cooking process.
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    Pre-measure or lay out all ingredients for a seamless 5-minute process.
  • 2

    Heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat and add butter. Crack the egg directly into the pan and cook to your desired doneness (e.g., sunny-side up, over easy, or scrambled if preferred).
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    Heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat and add butter. Crack the egg directly into the pan and cook to your desired doneness (e.g., sunny-side up, over easy, or scrambled if preferred).
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    For a runnier yolk, cook for less time. For a firm yolk, cover the pan briefly.
  • 3

    While the egg is cooking, lightly toast the bread slices. You can use a toaster, a toaster oven, or the same pan if space allows.
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    While the egg is cooking, lightly toast the bread slices. You can use a toaster, a toaster oven, or the same pan if space allows.
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    Don't over-toast, a light golden brown is perfect for a soft interior.
  • 4

    Once the egg is cooked, carefully place it on one slice of the toasted bread. Top the egg with the slice of cheese.
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    Once the egg is cooked, carefully place it on one slice of the toasted bread. Top the egg with the slice of cheese.
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    The residual heat from the egg and toast will help melt the cheese.
  • 5

    Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy your 'lazy but tasty' breakfast!
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    Season with a pinch of salt and a dash of black pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy your 'lazy but tasty' breakfast!
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    Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little kick, or a dash of hot sauce.
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