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    Pesto Egg

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    Pesto egg
    Preparation time is 5minutes
    Cook time is 5minutes
    Total time is 10minutes
    Serve is for 1 people
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    Difficulty level: 2 out of 4

    5 Ingredients

    Number of servings
    1
    • 2tablespoons basil pesto
    • 1 free range egg
    • 1 thick slice sourdough bread, toasted
    • 2tablespoons smooth ricotta
    • 1/4teaspoons chilli flakes (optional)

    Nutrition per serving

    2440 Kilojoules or 583 Calories
    28% of daily energy intake*
    Protein
    21.7grams
    Fat
    32.9grams
    Carbs
    47.4grams
    Sugars
    5.7grams

    Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.

    Description

    Looking for a fresh and easy breakfast idea? Liven up a classic fried egg on toast with punchy basil pesto, creamy ricotta and a sprinkling of chilli.

    Method

    Step 1 of 3

    Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add pesto and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until pesto starts to bubble.

    Step 2 of 3

    Crack egg over pesto and cook for 2 minutes or until egg white has set. Remove pan from heat.

    Step 3 of 3

    Spread toast with ricotta. Top with pesto egg and sprinkle with chilli flakes, if using. Serve.

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