A common picnic and party dish in the UK, Scotch eggs were likely first inspired by the Indian and Pakistani dish nargisi kofta, which encases a hard-boiled egg in spicy ground meat. This soft-boiled approach presents an unexpectedly tender egg yolk within a crispy exterior. Packed with nourishment, the egg is one of nature’s perfect foods. One large egg has varying amounts of 13 essential vitamins and minerals all for around 70 calories, which make them a great option for breakfast. Here are Food & Wine’s best egg breakfast recipes which include fluffy omelets, perfectly poached eggs and inventive frittatas. Food and Wine » Recipes » 17 best egg dishes for breakfast The secret to this Benedict’s svelte but still creamy hollandaise: Greek yogurt replaces nearly all the butter. Recipe: Eggs Benedict LightThis classic version is made with two kinds of mustard and served with paprika. These delicious recipes include classic deviled eggs and an incredible BLT fried egg-and-cheese sandwich.

Posted by Fiona Beckett (Google+) on May 7 2016 at 07:49 The ideal wine choice for eggs benedict - that unctuous dish of poached eggs and ham topped with buttery hollandaise sauce - is likely to be dictacted as much by when you eat it as the dish itself. Although it’s so good you could eat it at any time of day - at least I could - it’s primarily a breakfast or brunch dish which suggests, if any alcohol at all, champagne, sparkling wine or a sparkling wine cocktail. Does it matter which one? I’d go for a lighter style myself - a blanc de blancs or all-chardonnay sparkling wine rather than a richer, toastier blanc de noirs or vintage champagne. French ‘cremants’ like Cremant d’Alsace or Cremant de Bourgogne are low cost alternatives to champagne or you could go for a cava or prosecco though to my taste the latter are generally a touch too sweet for eggs. There’s great fizz too from England, California, New Zealand and South Africa - even Brazil these days. Classic orange juice-based brunch cocktails like Bucks Fizz and Mimosas work well too though not, I think, a Bloody Mary which is better suited to a more robust egg dish with bacon or chorizo.

If you’re eating your ‘benedict’ at lunchtime or for supper and don’t want to drink fizz I’d go for a smooth dry white wine such as an unoaked or lightly oaked chardonnay or an Alsace pinot blanc. These choices will work with egg benedict variations with smoked salmon* or spinach too. Scrambled eggs are also very good with sparkling wines like champagne. * See also this very successful beer match with Eggs Royale Image © Fiona Beckett. Yes, I know the eggs are on sourdough rather than the classic muffins but it was delicious nonetheless!If you'd like to subscribe to our free monthly newsletter and be eligible to enter our fabulous prize draws click here or to get notice of posts as they're published click here. Enter the code shown in the image below:Get ready for Easter Sunday with these eggy recipes. Get ready for Easter Sunday with these 15 eggy recipes. 1. Brioche with Prosciutto, Gruyère and EggSuzanne Goin's delicious open-faced sandwiches feature buttery bread topped with gooey cheese, prosciutto and fried egg.

2. Custardy Baked Orzo with Spinach, Bacon and FetaThis eggy baked pasta is made with sautéed leeks and Greek yogurt. 3. Pea Tortilla with Mint and YogurtSimilar to a frittata, this fantastic dish features fresh spring ingredients like sweet peas and mint.best full bodied red wine for cooking 4. Grilled Asparagus Salad with Fried EggsUpgrade a lemony arugula salad by topping it with butter-fried eggs and freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano.di marco international 5. Scallion Scrambled Eggs with Potato ChipsF&W chef-in-residence Hugh Acheson likes to pair scrambled eggs with kettle-cooked potato chips.best time to visit france wine country 6. Ham and Deviled Egg Breakfast SandwichesThis breakfast sandwich piles spicy egg salad on toasted English muffins with warm smoky ham and crisp frisée.

7. Fried Eggs with Mustard Seed Oil and KaleUpgrade fried eggs with an unexpected but delicious combination of sunflower seeds, cumin, yogurt and avocado. 8. Sunchoke Hash with Fried EggsNutty-tasting sunchokes make an excellent base for a crispy hash, especially when there's sharp cheddar cheese mixed in and a runny egg on top. 9. Pearl Barley Porridge with Ham and EggsDavid Chang's simple, savory dish is made with barley that's simmered in a mix of cider, chicken broth and kombu seaweed. 10. Eggs Benedict with Bacon and ArugulaSave on time by using toasted English muffins for this delicious version of the classic brunch dish. 11. Bacon, Tomato and cheddar Breakfast Bake with EggsTopped with runny eggs, this delicious dish is perfect for a crowd. 12. Eggs Baked in Roasted Tomato SauceHere, eggs are cooked in an antioxidant-rich tomato sauce. 14. Banger & Egg SandwichesThese delicious breakfast sandwiches feature bangers (British slang for sausages), eggs and sharp cheddar cheese.

14. Zucchini OmeletThis Greek-inspired omelet is made with thinly sliced zucchini and feta. 15. Egg White & Spinach Frittata with Salsa RancheraReady in 40 minutes, this healthy dish is served with warm salsa ranchera made by blending roasted tomatoes, garlic and jalapeños. Related: More Great Easter Brunch RecipesDelicious Easter AppetizersFantastic Easter DessertsSuzanne Goin's delicious open-faced sandwiches feature buttery bread topped with gooey cheese, prosciutto and fried egg. This eggy baked pasta is made with sautéed leeks and Greek yogurt. Similar to a frittata, this fantastic dish features fresh spring ingredients like sweet peas and mint. Upgrade a lemony arugula salad by topping it with butter-fried eggs and freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano. F&W chef-in-residence Hugh Acheson likes to pair scrambled eggs with kettle-cooked potato chips. This breakfast sandwich piles spicy egg salad on toasted English muffins with warm smoky ham and crisp frisée.