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Full English Breakfast

Cultural Context

The Full English Breakfast has its roots in the hearty meals of the 19th century, often enjoyed by the working class and later popularized as a staple in British culture. Traditionally served in homes and cafes, it symbolizes a leisurely start to the day, often enjoyed on weekends. Today, variations exist worldwide, with many countries adopting their own twists on this classic breakfast.

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30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
4 slices smoked baked bacon
4 sausages
1 cup shredded cabbage
2 medium potatoes (for hash browns)
4 oz black pudding
1 can (15 oz) baked beans
4 large eggs
2 medium tomatoes
1 cup sliced mushrooms
4 oz cheese (for garnish)
1 medium onion
1 cup all-purpose flour (for garnish)
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup milk (for garnish)
1 cup oatmeal (for garnish)
1/2 cup barley (for garnish)
2 tablespoons fat (for cooking)
1 teaspoon seasoning (to taste)
1/2 cup crumbled rusk (for garnish)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

black pudding

🥗Healthier: vegetarian sausage

💰Cheaper: regular sausage

Vegetarian sausage offers a meat-free option, while regular sausage is often less expensive.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly can be more cost-effective.

sausages

🥗Healthier: chicken sausages

💰Cheaper: bulk sausage

Chicken sausages reduce fat content, while bulk sausage can save money.

baked beans

🥗Healthier: homemade beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Homemade beans can be healthier, while canned beans are often more affordable.

1

Begin with the Full English Breakfast, which includes sausage and bacon.

2

Shop for ingredients at Borough Market, focusing on high meat content sausage.

3

Prepare 'bubble and squeak' by cooking, mashing, and mixing cabbage and potatoes.

4

Fry the egg, tomatoes, mushrooms, black pudding, baked beans, sausage, and bacon.

5

Prepare a savory pie using caramelized onions, cheese, and a shortcrust pastry made with flour, butter, and eggs.

6

Layer precooked potatoes, caramelized onions, and cheese in the pie.

7

Brush the pie with egg yolk and bake in the oven until golden brown.

8

For the classic Sunday roast, marinate beef with rosemary, thyme, and garlic, then tie it to keep its shape.

9

Cook the marinated beef in the oven for 45 minutes.

10

Prepare Yorkshire pudding batter with egg, milk, and flour, then bake in a hot fat-filled tin.

11

Serve with root vegetables, cabbage, and marinated baked potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large skilletpotseparate pantoaster

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

English BreakfastFull Breakfast

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