The Humble Fried Egg

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   Put the butter and olive oil in a non-stick frying pan and heat until the pan is good and hot.

2. 2

   Break the egg into the pan and immediately turn the heat down as low as it will go.

3. 3

   Cover and leave to cook very gently for 4-5 minutes, until the white is set and shiny.

4. 4

   The yolk will be cooked but still slightly runny.

5. 5

   Eat how you like it, in a bacon and egg sarnie, on top of Asian dishes like nasi goreng or on its own.

6. 6

   A perfect fried egg is a beautiful thing!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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