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The Art of a Proper Full English Breakfast

There’s nothing that screams British more than a Full English. Here's how I make mine, perfected after years of Saturday mornings:

  • Bacon - Thick cut, back bacon. Grilled to perfection with that balance of crisp and chew.
  • Sausages - No cheap stuff. Cumberland or Lincolnshire. Again, grill 'em.
  • Eggs - Fried, obviously. That runny yolk is crucial for mop-up.
  • Tomatoes - Halved, seasoned, under the grill with a splash of balsamic.
  • Mushrooms - Button mushrooms, fried in the bacon grease.
  • Beans - Heinz or bust. Simmer until thickened slightly.
  • Black Pudding - If you know, you know.
  • Toast/Fried Bread - Thick white loaf, and it has to soak up all the goodness.
  • Tea - Strong and in a mug.

The perfect fry-up is about high-quality ingredients and not rushing it. Take your time and let the flavors develop. Now, who can top that?

Submitted 11 months, 3 weeks ago by FullEnglishBrekkie


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Everything sounds spot on except for the balsamic on tomatoes – that's not the Full English I grew up with. Straightforward grilled tomatoes, mate, no need to fancy it up!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by YorkieLad

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Your technique is sound, the runny yolk is indeed crucial. However, I'd argue for poached eggs instead of fried. It requires skill and is less greasy. Also, consider sourdough bread for an artisanal touch, although that may raise some traditionalist eyebrows here.

11 months, 3 weeks ago by EggcelentChef

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Grilled tomatoes with balsamic is too posh for me first thing in the morning. Plain old grilled toms and maybe a dash of Worcestershire is where it’s at. Speed is sometimes of the essence on a groggy morning, not flavor development. We can’t all be Saturday morning chefs, some of us are starving!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by EarlyBirdEater

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You didn't specify your tea brewing technique! That's half the art right there. Are you a milk-first heretic or do you respect the brew and add milk after? On another note, I like my tea like I like my engines - British and strong enough to stand a spoon in!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by ProperBrewCrew

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I hope you eat your Full English with a side of cholesterol meds, mate. Remember, your heart doesn't want that black pudding as much as your tastebuds do. 😂

11 months, 3 weeks ago by BodaciousBacon

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Love the dedication to a proper fry-up, but ever tried making it veggie? Swap out the meat for some halloumi or veggie sausages and you've got a breakfast that's both hearty and a bit lighter. Might not be traditional but it's a game changer 😊

11 months, 3 weeks ago by VeggieSteve88

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Heinz beans, you got that right! Gotta have that comforting tomatoey goodness. A full English isn't complete without it. Oh, and fried bread... I'm drooling over here. It's only Tuesday, and now I'm daydreaming about the weekend breakfast thanks to you. 😜

11 months, 3 weeks ago by BeansOnToastFan

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Your Full English game seems strong mate, loving the attention to good bacon and sausage - it's where so many people skimp! But, have you tried tossing your mushies with a bit of garlic and herbs? Takes it to another level. And personally, I'm a stickler for the perfect fried slice - gotta be crispy but not too oily, ya know? Just my two cents. Keep up the good brunch work!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by FullEnglishAficionado