Name: How To Make A Full English Breakfast
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 4 slices bread; 1 cup baked beans (store-bought or homemade); 1 tablespoon oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 chicken sausage links; 2 medium tomatoes, halved or sliced; 8 mushrooms, halved or sliced; 4 large eggs; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

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Short Description

A hearty and savory full English breakfast featuring chicken sausages, fried eggs, grilled mushrooms and tomatoes, buttery toast, and baked beans—elevated with a sprinkle of fresh spring onion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

All-in-one comfort: A complete, filling breakfast packed with protein, veggies, and carbs.
Balanced flavors and textures: Juicy sausages, crisp toast, tender mushrooms, tangy beans, and creamy yolks—each bite is satisfying.
Customizable and beginner-friendly: Swap ingredients or adjust cooking times to suit your taste, all using simple tools.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll Find The Full List Of Ingredients And Measurements In The Recipe Card Below.)

4 slices bread
1 cup baked beans (store-bought or homemade)
1 tablespoon oil (for cooking sausages & vegetables)
1 tablespoon butter (for toasting bread and frying eggs)
4 chicken sausage links
2 medium tomatoes, halved or thickly sliced
8 mushrooms, halved or sliced
4 large eggs
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 spring onions, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

Frying pan
Tongs or spatula

Directions

Prepare Baked Beans
- Warm your canned or homemade spiced baked beans in a small saucepan or in the microwave; keep warm.
Toast the Bread
- Butter each slice lightly and toast in your frying pan until golden and crispy. Set aside and keep warm.
Cook Sausages, Tomatoes & Mushrooms
- Heat oil in the same frying pan over medium-low to medium heat. Add chicken sausages, tomato halves, and mushroom slices. Cook until sausages are browned and cooked through, tomatoes are softened, and mushrooms are tender. Move them aside to make space for eggs.
Fry the Eggs
- Add butter to the open pan space. Crack in the eggs and season with salt and pepper. Cook to your preferred doneness—sunny-side-up, over-easy, or well-set.
Plate and Garnish
- On each plate, arrange two sausage links, a fried egg, grilled mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, a slice of toasted bread, and a generous serving of baked beans. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped spring onions.
Serve Immediately
- Serve while components are hot, enjoying the contrasting textures and flavors all together.

Servings & Timing

Servings: 2 generous breakfasts
Prep Time: ~5 minutes
Cook Time: ~15 minutes
Total Time: ~20 minutes

Variations

Swap Sausages: Use traditional pork sausages or vegetarian alternatives.
Add Ingredients: Include hash browns, bacon, black pudding, or sautéed spinach.
Change Bread: Opt for sourdough, granary toast, or even English muffins.
Seasoning Details: Add a pinch of smoked paprika to mushrooms or cracked black pepper to eggs for extra flavor.

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Best enjoyed fresh. If needed, keep components in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Reheating: Gently rewarm sausages and mushrooms in a pan or microwave. Toast bread again, and refresh eggs by frying briefly or microwaving to your preference.

FAQs

Can I Make Baked Beans From Scratch?

Yes—slow-cook beans in tomato sauce with spices like onion, garlic, paprika, and a touch of mustard powder or molasses for depth.

Should I Cook Toast in the Same Pan?

Yes—it’s efficient and lets toast soak up flavor. Just wipe out crumbs or excess oil if needed.

How Do I Keep Everything Hot?

Stagger cooking start times or cover cooked items with foil to retain heat while finishing other elements.

Any Tips For Perfect Eggs?

Use medium heat and plenty of butter for golden edges and creamy yolks. Flip carefully if doing over-easy.

What If My Pan Is Crowded?

Cook in stages: start with sausages, then mushrooms and tomatoes, and finish with the eggs to avoid steaming and ensure crisp edges.

Conclusion

This Full English Breakfast brings together a balance of hearty ingredients in a single plate—savory, satisfying, and picture-perfect for cozy mornings. Simple to prepare yet loaded with comforting flavors, it hits all the right notes for a timeless breakfast.