Express Pesto Eggs Toast (Print Version)
Eggs cooked in basil pesto, served on crispy toast for a quick, flavorful herby breakfast.
# Components:
→ Main
01 - 2 tablespoons basil pesto
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 2 slices rustic bread, toasted
→ Optional Toppings
04 - Grated Parmesan cheese
05 - Red pepper flakes
06 - Fresh basil leaves
# Directions:
01 - Heat basil pesto in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until aromatic and sizzling.
02 - Crack eggs directly into the hot pesto. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the whites are just set and yolks remain runny, or to preferred doneness.
03 - While eggs cook, toast the bread slices in a toaster until golden brown.
04 - Transfer each cooked egg onto a slice of toasted bread, drizzling remaining pesto from the pan over the top.
05 - Garnish with grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, or fresh basil as desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Quick breakfast in 10 minutes
- Fresh herbs and rich flavor in every bite
02 -
- Pesto may contain pine nuts and cheese always check ingredients for allergies
- For dairy free use vegan pesto and skip Parmesan
03 -
- Try sun dried tomato pesto for a twist
- Avocado slices or roasted cherry tomatoes add richness