Irresistible Carbonara Toast: Comfort Food at Its Best

Enjoy Carbonara Toast, a simple yet indulgent twist on classic comfort food that features crispy pancetta and creamy cheese atop toasted bread.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Resting Time 3

Total Time 18

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Toast

2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter.
1 tablespoon Honey Or use maple syrup.
4 slices Sandwich Bread Thick-sliced, like sourdough or ciabatta.
2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt.

For the Topping

4 Eggs Room temperature eggs recommended.
4 ounces Pancetta Can substitute with bacon or prosciutto.
1/2 cup Parmigiano Cheese Grated, can substitute with Parmesan or pecorino.

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
Cooling Rack
small bowl

Method

Step‑By‑Step Instructions

In a small bowl, combine softened unsalted butter and honey until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet and arrange thick slices of your bread. Preheat the broiler.
Spread the honey butter mixture over each slice of bread evenly.
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise around the edge of each slice.
Crack an egg into the center of each slice and season with salt and pepper.
Distribute crispy pancetta over the eggs and sprinkle Parmigiano cheese on top.
Broil for about 4-5 minutes until the whites are set and yolks are runny.
Let the toast rest in residual heat for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve immediately, adding more cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Room temperature eggs ensure even cooking. Experiment with different cheeses to customize flavors.

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