A bacon sandwich is a very British breakfast. This is my favourite version of it. The type of bacon to use is back bacon, not the typical American streaky bacon. Everyone has their favourite version of this recipe- this is just my take on a classic! My nephew is a picky eater and this sandwich was his first ever taste of bacon! To make this Weight Watchers friendly, I sometimes use the bacon medallions that have the fat trimmed off- if using these, reduce the cooking time so they don’t dry out. This is also excellent served in a white roll with a fried egg.
The quintessential British breakfast, and perfect for breakfast in bed – Boiled Eggs and Marmite Soldiers are a British culinary institution! The following instructions give you a perfect soft-boiled egg, suitable for “dipping” with your “soldiers”! You either love marmite or hate it, don’t use it if you cannot find it locally or just don’t like it!! You must still cut your toast into “soldiers” however!!
Call it what you will, traditional British cheese on toast is a national institution, an iconic snack enjoyed by all, regardless of class or background! What can be simpler and tastier, hunks of homemade or crusty farmhouse style bread topped with mature Cheddar cheese, a smidge of mustard and Worcestershire sauce for those who desire an extra kick! This is NOT really a recipe; it is a basic method for making a super tasty and nutritious fast food dish. There is even a Cheese on Toast Day celebrated in the UK – mark your calendars now, the last Thursday in April has been set aside for this comforting supper treat. I lived on cheese on toast whilst I was a student, as I am sure most students do nowadays! You can use other British cheeses, but I find the best cheese without a doubt, is a good mature farmhouse cheddar. Make sure your bread is thickly sliced and you have your plates ready and waiting to receive the molten cheesy snack – pull up a chair by the fireside in the winter and enjoy your 5-minute culinary efforts! (This is an all year around snack I hasten to add.) An interesting historical note; toasted cheese was served as the final course to male diners during Edwardian times, in Gentleman’s Clubs……..the cheese was melted and served in a pot with the toast set around the edges – a sort of Gentleman’s Club fondue!
Great snack to munch on while watching your favorite British programs. Drink with Strongbow cider 😉 Tip: DO NOT USE AMERICAN Pork & Beans, Boston Baked Beans or “Bush’s Beans” etc… ONLY Heinz or Batchelor’s brand please, otherwise it might be gross. Don’t worry; most American grocery stores sell HEINZ and BATCHELOR’S, in the International/European/English/Irish aisle. I’ve been all over the US and found them in Safeway, Kroger, Stop & Shop, etc. I’ve never not been able to find one of those two brands in the USA.
The salad is named after the people living in the Sofia area in Bulgaria (the shopi). It’s a great salad and easy to prepare.
