Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs with Grilled Cheese Soldiers

Is there anything better than a runny, perfectly soft-boiled egg? They’re even better when they’re paired with grilled cheese soldiers for dipping.  

If you prefer a more runny white, try cooking the eggs for closer to 4 minutes (or slightly under). These instructions will yield a mostly set white and very runny yolk, which is my preference.

If you prefer a slightly thicker yolk (and very set white), try a 5-minutes egg.

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Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs with Grilled Cheese Soldiers

Perfect Soft Boiled Eggs with Grilled Cheese Soldiers

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Yield: 1 Serving
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Perfect Soft-Boiled Eggs served with Grilled Cheese Soldiers. Plus my best tips for cooking hard and soft boiled eggs!
If you prefer a more runny white, try cooking the eggs for closer to 4 minutes (or slightly under). These instructions will yield a mostly set white and very runny yolk, which is my preference. If you prefer a slightly thicker yolk (and very set white), try a 5-minutes egg.

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 slices whole-grain bread
  • grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • unsalted butter softened
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

Soft-Boiled Eggs:

  • Fill a small saucepan with cold water and bring to a boil.  Turn down to a low simmer. Meanwhile, use a thumb tack, push pin, or needle to poke a small hole in the broad end of each egg.
  • Using a spoon, lower the eggs into the water. It should be simmering gently. Set a time and cook the eggs for 4 minutes and 30 seconds.  Using a slotted spoon, remove the eggs from the water immediately and rinse under very cold water briefly.
  • You can either choose to peel them–or as I prefer, trim the top of the egg (by tapping with the edge of a spoon or knife) and serve the eggs in the shell with a side of grilled cheese soldiers (see below). Season with salt and pepper.

Grilled Cheese Soldiers:

  • Smear the outside of each slice of bread with butter and fill the inside with grated, sharp cheddar cheese. Heat a pan over medium heat. Carefully transfer sandwich to pan - butter side facing down - and brown on each side until golden and cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Cut into 1-inch wide rectangles (or soldiers). Serve with the soft-boiled eggs.

Tips for Success: 

  • If you prefer a more runny white, try cooking the eggs for closer to 4 minutes (or slightly under). These instructions will yield a mostly set white and very runny yolk, which is my preference. If you prefer a slightly thicker yolk (and very set white), try a 5-minutes egg.
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 526kcal, Carbohydrates: 30g, Protein: 27g, Fat: 33g, Saturated Fat: 16g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 431mg, Sodium: 1201mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 3g
Author: Laura / A Beautiful Plate
Course: Eggs
Cuisine: American