Classic recipes

Master the basics of classic egg dishes such as simple boiled eggs, poached eggs, omelettes and pancakes. Sometimes we want to experiment and try something different, but you can’t go wrong with the classics. Our classic egg recipes are simple, full of flavour and suitable for kitchen beginners and veterans alike. Why don’t you give our eggs florentine a go? Or alternatively, learn how to create the classic scotch egg from scratch.

How to make an omelette

How to make an omelette

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 2 mins
  • Cook: 2 mins
How to make an omelette? The quick answer is: mix eggs with water, season...
How to poach an egg

How to poach an egg

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
Uncover the secret to perfectly delicious poached eggs with this popular and flavourful classic...
Scotch egg recipe

Scotch egg recipe

  • Serves: 3
  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
The humble Scotch egg is a quintessentially British snack that is currently enjoying a...
Painted boiled eggs

Painted boiled eggs

  • Serves: 6
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 4 mins
Drawing faces on boiled eggs is a fun activity that's suitable for all ages...
Smoked haddock scotch eggs

Smoked haddock scotch eggs

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
Makes one smoked haddock scotch egg. A recipe by Tom Daley. Prep time: 10...
Summer quiche

Summer quiche

  • Serves: 8
  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 50 mins
A great-tasting picnic favourite, our summer quiche recipe is a fantastic dish to share...
Full English

Full English

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
A take on the classic full English breakfast
Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 0 mins
Mayonnaise makes the sandwich, or so they say. It’s also a supremely popular condiment...
Perfect poached eggs

Perfect poached eggs

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
The homemade corned beef hash in this recipe is a great base for your...
Egg caesar salad

Egg caesar salad

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 7 mins
This egg caesar salad brings a taste of summer to the dinner table -...
Egg custard recipe

Egg custard recipe

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
Egg custard is a classic. This recipe for egg custard delivers a dish with...