Description
A delightful breakfast featuring toasted bread topped with creamy ricotta and perfectly cooked eggs, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or focaccia)
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup ricotta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or butter for frying
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices until they reach a golden brown hue.
- Drizzle a bit of olive oil or melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Crack the eggs into the pan and cook them to your desired doneness.
- Spread ricotta cheese generously over the toasted bread.
- Place the eggs atop the ricotta-laden toast.
- Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
For make-ahead tips, prepare the ricotta with herbs in advance and store in the fridge. Avoid overcooking the eggs to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: breakfast, egg toast, ricotta toast, quick meal, vegetarian recipe