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The Ultimate Guide to a Full English Breakfast Recipe

The Ultimate Guide to a Full English Breakfast Recipe


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Hearty Brit-inspired Morning Feast whisks diners into a classic English culinary journey packed with savory sausages, crispy bacon, golden eggs, and buttery toast. Comfort meets tradition on one delicious plate that promises to satisfy morning hunger with authentic British flair.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Proteins:

  • 4 links pork sausages (preferably Cumberland or Lincolnshire)
  • 4 slices back bacon or Irish bacon
  • 4 slices black pudding (optional)
  • 4 eggs

Vegetables and Sides:

  • 1 cup mushrooms, halved or sliced
  • 2 small tomatoes, halved
  • 1 can Heinz baked beans
  • 4 slices white bread

Seasonings and Cooking Fats:

  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Oil or butter for frying

Instructions

  1. Gently heat Heinz baked beans in a small pot, stirring periodically to prevent scorching and maintain a smooth, even temperature.
  2. Utilize a large skillet and cook sausages over medium heat, rotating systematically until achieving a robust golden-brown exterior and ensuring complete internal cooking.
  3. Simultaneously sear back bacon in the identical skillet, creating a crisp texture with rich caramelized edges.
  4. For enthusiasts of traditional fare, introduce black pudding slices into the pan, cooking each side for approximately 3-4 minutes until developing a delightful crunch.
  5. Transition to a separate pan, drizzle with minimal oil, and sauté mushrooms until they develop deep golden caramelization and release their inherent earthy essence.
  6. Strategically position halved tomatoes cut-side down in the identical pan, briefly searing to intensify their natural sweetness and create subtle char marks.
  7. Cleanse the previous sausage skillet, introduce a touch of butter or oil, and transform bread slices into crisp, golden-brown delicacies.
  8. In a clean pan, prepare eggs to preferred doneness, with sunny-side up recommended for classic presentation.
  9. Artfully assemble the culinary composition: center beans as the focal point, strategically surround with sausages, bacon, black pudding, mushrooms, and tomatoes, then crown with perfectly cooked eggs.
  10. Serve immediately, celebrating the quintessential British breakfast experience.

Notes

  • Select high-quality British-style sausages for authentic flavor, ensuring they’re fully cooked but not dried out.
  • Allow bacon to reach perfect crispiness by cooking slowly over medium heat, which prevents burning and maintains optimal texture.
  • Use a non-stick pan when frying eggs to achieve a clean, professional presentation without sticking or tearing.
  • use turkey bacon for lower fat, vegetarian sausages for plant-based diets, or gluten-free bread for those with wheat sensitivities.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: British

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 40 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 300 mg