Fried Egg Florentine Toastie

• white bread↗2 slices of
• butter↗knob of
• cheddar↗25g g

  grated

• young spinach↗small handful
• olive oil↗1 tbsp tbsp
• medium egg1
• sriracha↗

  spicy sauce for serving

• additional spinach

  or watercress, for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut the center out of both slices of bread using the edge of a glass or a cookie cutter. Spread each slice with a little butter and place cheddar and torn young spinach leaves on them — pack as much cheese and spinach as possible. Heat a large non‑stick skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil.

2. 2

   When the skillet is hot, assemble the bread into a sandwich. Using a fish spatula, place it in the skillet and press down to toast. Cook 4‑5 minutes over medium heat, until the cheese starts to melt.

3. 3

   Flip the sandwich and crack an egg into the centre opening. Cover the skillet with a lid so the egg sets for 3‑4 minutes. Transfer to a plate, drizzle with a little sriracha and serve with spinach or watercress on the side.