Full English Breakfast: My Hearty & Authentic Recipe (Print Version)

Craving a classic Full English Breakfast? My personal recipe brings you the ultimate hearty, comforting meal. Expect crispy bacon, runny eggs, and pure bliss!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: British
Dietary: Meat-lover, High-protein

# Ingredients:

→ The Main Stars

01 - 6 slices streaky bacon
02 - 4 British pork sausages (bangers)
03 - 4 large eggs
04 - 2 slices black pudding (optional)
05 - 1 (14 oz) can chopped tinned tomatoes
06 - 1 (14.5 oz) can Heinz baked beans

→ Carb Companions & Flavor Boosters

07 - 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
08 - 2 slices white bread (for frying)
09 - 4-6 frozen hash browns (optional)
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (or a mix)

→ Optional Goodies

11 - Toast, for serving
12 - Ketchup or HP Brown Sauce, for serving

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get that bacon sizzling! Heat a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Lay your streaky bacon in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan, hon, seriously, things won't crisp up! Cook until it's beautifully golden and crispy, flipping once. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Keep that glorious bacon fat in the pan; we're going to use it!
02 - Next up, the sausages. Pop them into the same pan with that wonderful bacon fat. Cook them over medium heat, turning occasionally, until they're golden brown all over and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes depending on their size. While they're doing their thing, add the sliced mushrooms to the pan too. Let them soak up all those savory juices and get beautifully caramelized. I always forget to season the mushrooms until halfway through, oops! A little salt and pepper now will make them sing.
03 - While your sausages and mushrooms are getting happy, it's time for the beans and tomatoes. Open your can of Heinz baked beans and pour them into a small saucepan. For the tinned chopped tomatoes, I usually just warm them gently in another small pan, or even in the microwave if I'm feeling lazy. You just want them heated through, not boiling furiously. Keep them warm over a low heat while you finish the rest of your Full English Breakfast masterpiece.
04 - Now for the carbs! If you're doing hash browns, pop them in the oven according to package instructions, or fry them in a separate pan until golden and crispy. For the fried bread, take a slice of white bread and place it directly into the frying pan with whatever glorious fat is left from the bacon and sausages. Fry until golden and crispy on both both sides, soaking up all that flavor. This is where I always get impatient and flip it too soon, making it less than perfect, but it still tastes good!
05 - Last but not least, the eggs! If you need more fat in your pan, add a tiny bit of olive oil or butter. Crack your eggs directly into the pan, making sure they have enough space. Cook them sunny-side up until the whites are set and the yolks are still wonderfully runny. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Honestly, a perfectly fried egg with a runny yolk is the crown jewel of the Full English Breakfast.
06 - Time to assemble your glorious Full English Breakfast! Grab a warmed plate – trust me, it makes a difference. Carefully arrange your crispy bacon, juicy sausages, golden mushrooms, fried bread (or hash browns!), a generous dollop of baked beans, and those perfectly cooked tinned tomatoes. Gently slide your fried egg onto the plate, making sure not to break that precious yolk. Stand back and admire your handiwork. It should look like a delicious, slightly chaotic, pile of pure comfort. Serve immediately and enjoy every single bite!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd the pan, hon, seriously, things won't crisp up!
02 - Prep your mise en place; it's a multi-tasking marathon!
03 - Swap black pudding for another sausage if you're not feeling adventurous.
04 - Serve on warmed plates, it makes a world of difference.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large frying pan
02 - small saucepan
03 - tongs
04 - spatula
05 - paper towels

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 850-1000
Total Fat: 60-75g
Total Carbohydrate: 40-50g
Protein: 45-55g

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