Description
Creamy pesto eggs dance atop crusty artisan bread, creating a Mediterranean-inspired breakfast masterpiece. Quick, fresh ingredients blend into an irresistible morning meal that elevates your weekend brunch experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 2 pieces sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) pesto
- 2 ounces (56 grams) herbed goat cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Generously coat each slice of sourdough bread with a vibrant layer of pesto, ensuring complete coverage across the surface.
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat, creating a delicate seasoning blend by sprinkling kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and fiery red pepper flakes directly into the pan.
- Gently crack eggs into the seasoned skillet, allowing them to settle and cook undisturbed until the whites become opaque and firm while maintaining a luscious, runny golden yolk.
- Transfer the artfully toasted sourdough slices onto serving plates, creating a rustic canvas for the next layer.
- Carefully spread a creamy, herbed goat cheese across each bread slice, creating a smooth and tangy foundation.
- Delicately transfer the perfectly cooked eggs atop the cheese-covered toast, positioning them with precision and care.
- Serve the pesto eggs immediately while still warm, inviting diners to enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality, flavorful pesto for maximum taste impact, such as homemade basil or sun-dried tomato varieties.
- Experiment with different bread types like whole grain, rye, or gluten-free options to suit dietary preferences.
- Use fresh, room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better presentation.
- Add extra toppings like sliced avocado, crispy prosciutto, or fresh herbs to elevate the dish’s complexity and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 370mg