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.

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...
Yorkshire puddings

Yorkshire pudding

  • Serves: 12
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
Everyone loves a Yorkshire pudding. This recipe makes 12 delicious Yorkshire puds and is...
Full English

Full English

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
A take on the classic full English breakfast
Cheat's kedgeree

Cheat's kedgeree

  • Serves: 2
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
A fresh and quick version of this classic egg recipe.
Omelette Arnold Bennett

Omelette Arnold Bennett

  • Serves: 2
  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
Get inspired with Mark Sargeant's quick and easy recipe, perfect for the whole family...
Soft scrambled eggs

Soft scrambled eggs

  • Serves: 1
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 3 mins
As long as you are ready with your plates and accompaniments, before you begin...
Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise

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

Hollandaise sauce

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
This is a real classic sauce favoured by all the top restaurants, but it...
Piperade with eggs

Piperade with eggs

  • Serves: 4
  • Prep: 0 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
Recipe from Take a Box of Eggs Nutritional analysis per portion: Energy: 213kcals; Protein...
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...