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BLT Eggy Bread Recipe
How to make BLT Eggy Bread
About BLT Eggy Bread Recipe: A BLT sandwich with eggs. BLT is a popular British tea time sandwich which stands for bacon, lettuce and tomatoes. Perfect breakfast option to go with a hot cup of tea for a busy morning!
- Total Cook Time 40 mins
- Prep Time 10 mins
- Cook Time 30 mins
- Recipe Servings4
- Easy
Ingredients of BLT Eggy Bread
- 6-8 bacon rashers, rinds removed
- 1 ciabatta loaf or french baguette
- 6 eggs
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp light olive oil
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 25 gms rocket leaves
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- A squeeze of tomato ketchup
- for seasoning Salt & freshly ground black pepper
How to Make BLT Eggy Bread
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Cut the bread into 3 equal portions, length wise and horizontally.
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Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the milk, season well & beat thoroughly.
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Pour on to a large plate and lay the bread, cut the side down in the eggy mixture. Leave to soak for a minute before turning over.
4.
Heat a large frying pan, add oil and fry the bacon on medium heat till crisp. Remove & drain well on kitchen paper.
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Next, fry your eggy bread. Start with the cut side down & cook for 1-2 minute on medium heat till each piece is golden brown. Turnover and cook for another minute or so.
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Now place the bread on a plate & spread the ketchup on the base slices.
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Add a layer of tomato, followed by the bacon and the rocket leaves.
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Finish by spreading the Dijon mustard & mayo onto the top half of the eggy bread slices & assemble all together. Cut at an angle and serve immediately .
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Tip: For vegetarian could do this without bacon. Just add some fresh mozzarella cheese and maybe some caramelized onions.