Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 piece

Sweet French bread

Cut into 4-inch pieces and sliced in half

1 cup

Scallions

chopped

3 tsp

Olive Oil

4 slice

Gouda cheese

4 unit

Eggs

fried

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Step 1
~1 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~1 min

In a small bowl, combine chopped scallions and 3 teaspoons of olive oil.

Step 3
~1 min

Cut the sweet French bread into 4-inch pieces.

Step 4
~1 min

Slice each bread piece in half horizontally.

Step 5
~1 min

Spread the scallion and olive oil mixture evenly over 4 bread halves.

Step 6
~1 min

Place one slice of Gouda cheese on each oiled bread piece.

Step 7
~1 min

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8
~1 min

Place the bread pieces in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9
~1 min

While the bread is baking, pan-fry the eggs to your desired doneness.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~1 min

Once the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted, remove from oven.

Step 11
~1 min

Place a fried egg on top of each open-faced sandwich.

Step 12
~1 min

Serve immediately while hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of spice.

Try adding some sliced avocado for extra creaminess.

Use different types of cheese to customize the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The scallion and olive oil mix can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.

Add a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Side of bacon or sausage

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Western

Cultural Significance

Common breakfast dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Weekend breakfast

Popularity Score

65/100

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