introduction
A Full English Breakfast is a big, warm meal to start the day. It has eggs, sausages, beans, toast, tomatoes and mushrooms. It is easy to cook for two or four people. If you want a sweet snack after breakfast, try this banana pudding cookies recipe for later.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want a full, filling meal. It gives protein, carbs and warmth. It is good for weekends or slow mornings. It also tastes like a small treat. If you like bold flavors for dinner too, you might enjoy the hearty ideas in this cajun steak tips with creamy parmesan rigatoni post for another day.
how to make Full English Breakfast
Follow the steps below and cook in a simple pan. Use medium heat and do not rush. For other comfort food ideas, see this cheesy potato burritos recipe.
Ingredients :
4 slices Bread, 1 cup Baked Beans (Canned or Homemade), 1 tbsp Oil, 1 tbsp Butter, 4 links Chicken Sausages, 2 medium Tomatoes, 8 no Mushroom, 4 large Eggs, Salt, Black pepper, 2 no Spring onions (chopped)
Directions :
Start by preparing the baked beans. You can use canned baked beans, But I prefer to make my own spice baked beans.
Slice your bread and toast them with little butter till crispy. Set aside.
Take a large frying pan. Add oil. Place chicken sausages, tomatoes and mushrooms. Cook these on medium to low heat till it is well seared and cooked completely. Keep tossing them around. Once they are charred to your liking, set them aside in the pan. Make room for frying some eggs.
Heat butter in the pan. Add in couple of eggs. Season with salt and pepper. Cook them as per your liking.
Now let’s plate the Breakfast. Place couple of chicken sausages, Fried eggs, grilled mushroom, tomatoes, toast and baked beans. Sprinkle with green onions and serve immediately.
how to serve Full English Breakfast
Serve hot on a large plate. Put eggs and sausages first. Add grilled tomatoes and mushrooms next. Spoon the baked beans to the side. Place toast on the plate or on a small board. Sprinkle chopped spring onions over the top. Serve right away.
how to store Full English Breakfast
Cool any leftovers soon after eating. Put cooked items in airtight containers. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pan or in the oven until hot. Do not store eggs that have runny yolks for long. Reheat beans and sausages separately for best texture.
tips to make Full English Breakfast
Use a wide pan so you can cook everything in one place. Dry the mushrooms on paper towel before grilling so they brown well. Keep heat medium to low so the food cooks inside without burning outside. For more meal ideas, read this cracked garlic steak tortellini in creamhouse sauce post.
Prep items first: slice tomatoes, toast bread, and open beans. This makes cooking fast and calm.
variation (if any)
- Swap chicken sausages for pork or vegetarian sausages.
- Add bacon or black pudding if you like them.
- Use fried or scrambled eggs instead of sunny-side up.
- Add baked beans flavored with a little ketchup or brown sauce for more taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this for one person?
A: Yes. Cut the amounts in half or keep some items for the next day.
Q: Can I use canned mushrooms or frozen?
A: Fresh mushrooms work best. You can use frozen if fresh are not available, but cook off extra water.
Q: How long do leftovers last?
A: Up to 2 days in the fridge in an airtight container. Reheat well before eating.
Q: Can I make baked beans from scratch?
A: Yes. Simmer beans with tomato sauce, a little sugar, and spices until thick.
Conclusion
This Full English Breakfast is warm, filling, and simple to make at home. For a clear breakdown of the Full English Breakfast and its parts, this write-up is helpful. For more tips on making a great home version, read the Bon Appétit guide to making a full English at home.
Full English Breakfast
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 slices Bread
- 1 cup Baked Beans (Canned or Homemade) Canned baked beans can be used.
- 1 tbsp Oil For frying.
- 1 tbsp Butter For frying eggs and toasting bread.
- 4 links Chicken Sausages Can swap for pork or vegetarian sausages.
- 2 medium Tomatoes Sliced for grilling.
- 8 no Mushroom Fresh mushrooms preferred.
- 4 large Eggs Cook as per your liking.
- Salt To taste.
- Black pepper To taste.
- 2 no Spring onions (chopped) For garnishing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by preparing the baked beans.
- Slice bread and toast with a little butter until crispy. Set aside.
- In a large frying pan, add oil. Place chicken sausages, tomatoes, and mushrooms in the pan.
Cooking
- Cook on medium to low heat until well seared and cooked completely. Keep tossing them around.
- Once charred to your liking, set them aside in the pan.
- Heat butter in the pan and add a couple of eggs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the eggs as desired.
Plating
- Place chicken sausages, fried eggs, grilled mushrooms, tomatoes, toast, and baked beans on a large plate.
- Sprinkle with chopped spring onions and serve immediately.
