52 Egg Recipes For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner | Canadian Living (2024)

Chilaquiles (pronounced "chee-lah-KEE-lehs") is a Mexican dish that traditionally simmers leftover tortillas in zesty salsa. Our version is a one-pan wonder loaded with zucchini, tomatillo salsa, eggs and tortilla chips that are soft in the pan’s centre and crispy around the edge.

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Super-creamy scrambled eggs only take a few minutes to make—and are totally worth the constant stirring over low heat. They're especially good served on these mushroom toasts. If you can't find button mushrooms, use an equal weight of regular white mushrooms and quarter them.

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Inspired by the flavours of Italian cuisine, this frittata is the perfect excuse to make a super-quick homemade walnut pesto. Toss the leftover pesto with freshly cooked pasta and sprinkle with torn fresh basil for a weeknight meal that's ready in minutes.

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Scrambled eggs combined with sautéed spinach are perfect for any time of day. Eggs are inexpensive, quick to prepare and a source of complete protein, making them a great alternative to meat. Serve with whole wheat toast or sliced fruit?

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Flaky phyllo pastry transforms these eggs into a gourmet version of toad in the hole. To switch things up, try a different cheese, or substitute chopped pancetta or smoked salmon for the sun-dried tomatoes.

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A little dill and feta cheese are all you need to dress up this everyday staple. Low and slow is the key to silky-smooth scrambled eggs, but the result is well worth the extra effort. Serve with a simple salad to make a delicious, light dinner for two.

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The key to achieving the perfect hollandaise is to temper, or slowly heat, the egg yolks over simmering water; it will prevent them from curdling as you gradually whisk in the melted butter. To separate the egg yolks from their whites with ease, crack each egg into your hand, one at a time, and, over a bowl or sink, pass the yolk from one hand to the other, letting the egg white drain through your fingers.

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Serve up this one-pan hash for dinner or for a decadent brunch with toast or tortillas chips—and don't forget the hot sauce!

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The silky yolk of a softly set fried egg is a key component in this easy Thai-style dinner. Pierce the yolk and stir it into the pork mixture to combine the rich flavours. Serve both over cooked jasmine or other long-grain rice.

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Everyone needs a fried rice recipe in his or her repertoire, because it's great for using up leftovers. When you don't have any meat in the fridge or freezer, you'll likely have eggs on hand to turn what's normally a side dish into this complete meal.

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Take eggs from everyday to elegant with this timeless recipe from our 1987 archives.

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Our muffin-pan method for poaching 12 eggs at once results in beautifully round, evenly cooked eggs every time. Letting the eggs stand before removing them from the pan allows them to finish cooking. Since the eggs in the centre of the pan will be a little less cooked, remove the outer eggs first to give the centre ones more time in the hot water.

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When cooking the eggs, undercook them by one to two minutes to get slightly soft yolks that won't turn green after frying. Serve these crispy and delicious eggs hot or cold and cut in half, with Dijon mustard or hot sauce on the side.

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In this Middle Eastern take on baked eggs, also called shakshuka, the eggs are poached in a zesty spiced tomato sauce for an all-in-one meal. Serve alongside warmed wedges of pita or crusty bread to soak up all of the rich sauce.

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Our frittata makes a fuss-free, easily portable lunch. Enjoy it as is or sandwiched in a soft crusty roll.

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This simple and hearty take on scrambled eggs makes for a quick, light dinner when time is of the essence. Serve with steamed rice.

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Eggs can satisfy any appetite any time of day. Try Omega-3 eggs, which are fortified with omega-3 fatty acids. If you don't have a large loaf of sourdough, just divide the spinach mixture among 8 slices of regular-size bread.

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It might seem odd to bake an avocado, but you'll love how creamy and luscious it becomes—especially with a bacon-topped egg nestled in the centre. Serve with a dash of hot sauce and a few toast soldiers for dipping.

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Herb-and-garlic cheese adds a touch of creaminess to this breakfast-for-dinner staple. Accompany the eggs with focaccia bread and serve with a simple baby spinach salad.

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This lightened-up potato salad is dressed with a flavourful mustard-based vinaigrette instead of mayonnaise. Mixed with flaked salmon and topped with eggs, it's wonderful warm but just as good as a cold lunch the next day.

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Hearty mushrooms make these breakfast sandwiches a scrumptious meatless alternative to the classic sausage-and-egg combo. You can always swap the English muffins out for whole wheat ones, or even skinny pitas, if that's what you have on hand.

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These tasty little bundles of leftover bread stuffing, egg, cheese and smoky ham make a yummy dish to start the day. They're like a full weekend breakfast in convenient little packages.

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Red lentils are a budget-friendly source of fibre and protein, and they cook from dried in no time. Serve with hot sauce for drizzling over top and warm naan for dipping into the soft egg yolk.

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This easy, quick meal is somehow light-tasting and satisfying both at once. The trick to getting the soup's signature look is to beat the eggs well and drizzle them into the hot soup very slowly in a thin, steady stream as you stir.

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This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd, making it ideal for a brunch buffet. Use your favourite sausage and serve with chili sauce or ketchup on the side.

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Halloumi, a quintessential Mediterranean cheese, is sublime when browned in a skillet: it turns golden and crispy outside and slightly soft inside, but still holds its shape. Look for baby kale in the lettuce section of your grocery store—it's sweeter and more tender than mature kale and makes a beautifully hearty salad.

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This frittata is the perfect main event for brunches, and it's great for using up leftover potatoes. Waxy potatoes are round and smooth, usually with white or red skin, and have the perfect sturdy texture for salads and cooked dishes like this.

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This breakfast-inspired sandwich goes well with a handful of cherry tomatoes. If your little one is adventurous, try adding chopped fresh chives to the egg. Pack the cucumbers separately to keep the bread from getting soggy.

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Rest the pizza dough at room temperature for 20 minutes prior to rolling. This helps the gluten relax so that it doesn't shrink when rolling.

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Don't throw away your old loaf of bread. Do as the Tuscans and celebrate with a bread salad!

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Each slice of this fun brunch dish holds a single serving of everyone's favourite breakfast – bacon and eggs. Serve with a mixed green salad.

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Individual frittatas make a great grab-and-go breakfast. Reheat them in the microwave or, wrapped in foil, in the oven. To change it up during the week, sandwich a warmed frittata in a toasted English muffin.

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Serve with whole grain toast and a small salad for a comforting breakfast-for-dinner. Be sure to leave the stems on the peppers when halving and coring—this helps to hold in the egg as the pepper roasts and softens.

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While this twist on a classic already has a little kick from the chili garlic sauce, spice lovers might want extra heat in the form of a thin slice of Thai bird's-eye pepper on top. Older eggs tend to be easier to peel, but you can help the process by adding 1 tsp baking soda to the boiling water.

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A blend of red, yellow and orange tomatoes makes for an eye-catching presentation, but feel free to use whichever variety you can find. Pair with garlic bread, a green salad and a crisp white wine for an elegant supper.

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Poaching an egg isn't as difficult as you may think. The trick is to keep the water at a gentle simmer and give it a good stir before you add the egg. Look for small ham steaks alongside bacon in the supermarket, or use up leftover cooked ham.

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Also known as "eggs in purgatory," tomato-poached eggs make a delicious meal any time of day. Serve with crusty baguette slices and top with a little shredded Parmesan cheese, if you like.

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Poaching eggs isn't as difficult as you may think, especially when you use ultra-fresh ones. Be sure to check the expiration date before you get cracking for the easiest, best results.

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Enjoy this vegetarian frittata that's packed with broccoli and cheddar for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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Transform leftover bread into a delightful all-in-one brunch with this quick and easy recipe. If you're a fan of savoury-and-sweet combinations, leftover traditional panettone is a delicious option.

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