100 Ways to Cook an Egg

 Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of eggs! You thought eggs were just for scrambling or frying? Think again! Prepare to be mind-blown and taste-buds tantalized as we discover a mind-boggling 100 ways to cook an egg!


That’s right, folks. While humble hard boiled eggs bring back memories of childhood picnics and the elegant and sophisticated soufflé that impress even the most discerning of dinner guests – we’ve got it all covered. Whether you like your eggs soft, hard, runny, or poached to perfection, there’s a recipe here to cater to every egg-loving connoisseur.

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You might be wondering, why on earth would anyone want to find 100 ways to cook an egg? Eggs are versatile little wonders that deserve to be celebrated in all their glorious forms. So, grab your aprons, sharpen your knives, and get ready to crack into the world of eggs like you’ve never experienced before. Trust me, it’s going to be egg-cellent!

Why 100 Ways to Cook an Egg?

There are certainly a lot of ways to cook an egg but there is a bit of history behind this question as well. The legend goes that Chef Marie-Antonie, the first celebrity chef, wore an 18 inch white torque, or chef’s hat, with 100 pleats as they had mastered 100 ways to cook an egg.

Traditionally, chefs hats represented their skill level – the taller the hat the more skilled the chef. The pleats represented how many recipes or dishes they had mastered. You can read more about the history of the chef’s hat or toque here. The tradition of wearing a chef’s hat can be traced back to the 16th century in Europe. At that time, cooks and chefs began wearing hats to distinguish themselves from the kitchen staff and to signify their higher rank and skill level. The height of the hat was associated with the chef’s seniority and expertise, with taller hats being worn by more experienced and skilled chefs.

A cheff hat with pleats on a pile of books illustrating the legend behind 100 ways to cook an egg and the history of a chefs hat.


The number of pleats on the hat, as mentioned in the legend, is said to represent the number of different ways the chef has mastered cooking eggs. While the specific origin of this tradition is unclear, it is believed to have symbolized the chef’s versatility and ability to create a wide variety of dishes using a basic ingredient like eggs.


However, it is important to note that the legend of Chef Marie-Antonie and the 100 pleats hat may be a fictional tale, as there is limited historical evidence to support it. The number of pleats on a chef’s hat may vary depending on cultural and individual preferences, with some hats having more or fewer pleats.

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Today, the primary purpose of a chef’s hat, known as a toque, is to maintain hygiene and protect the chef’s hair from falling into the food. Different styles and heights of hats may be worn in various culinary settings, but the tradition of associating height and pleats with skill level has somewhat diminished in modern times.


So, while there may not be a definitive historical link between the number of pleats on a chef’s hat and the number of egg recipes mastered, the idea of the chef’s hat as a symbol of skill and the versatility of eggs in cooking remains an intriguing aspect of culinary tradition. 

Hard boiled eggs cut in half in a white bowl with fresh parsley is just one of the 100 ways to cook an egg.

List of 100 Ways to Cook an Egg

Without further ado, here are 100 ways to cook an egg!

  1. Scrambled
  2. Fried
  3. Poached
  4. Boiled
  5. Soft-boiled
  6. Hard-boiled
  7. Deviled
  8. Sunny-side up
  9. Over easy
  10. Over medium
  11. Over hard
  12. Basted
  13. Shirred
  14. Coddled
  15. Eggs Benedict
  16. Eggs Florentine
  17. Eggs Royale
  18. Spanish omelette (Tortilla Española)
  19. French omelette
  20. American omelette
  21. Denver omelette
  22. Western omelette
  23. Greek omelette
  24. Italian omelette (Frittata)
  25. Japanese rolled omelette (Tamagoyaki)
  26. Indian omelette (Masala Omelette)
  27. Mexican omelette (Huevos a la Mexicana)
  28. Chinese tea eggs
  29. Pickled eggs
  30. Scotch eggs
  31. Ramen eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago)
  32. Chinese steamed eggs (Chawanmushi)
  33. Quiche Lorraine
  34. Quiche Florentine
  35. Quiche with various fillings
  36. Egg drop soup
  37. Chinese century eggs (Pidan)
  38. Spanish flan
  39. Crepes
  40. Hollandaise sauce
  41. Bearnaise sauce
  42. Mayonnaise
  43. Caesar salad dressing
  44. Green goddess dressing
  45. Custard
  46. Clafoutis
  47. Meringue
  48. Pavlova
  49. Souffle
  50. Zabaglione
  51. Tiramisu
  52. Creme brulee
  53. Chawanmushi (Japanese savory egg custard)
  54. Egg curry
  55. Egg salad
  56. Scotch egg curry
  57. Egg biryani
  58. Shakshuka
  59. Spanish migas with eggs
  60. Egg and bacon sandwich
  61. Egg and sausage sandwich
  62. Egg and cheese sandwich
  63. Egg and avocado toast
  64. Egg and smoked salmon on a bagel
  65. Egg and ham breakfast burrito
  66. Egg and spinach breakfast wrap
  67. Egg and chorizo breakfast taco
  68. Egg and mushroom breakfast quesadilla
  69. Egg and vegetable stir-fry
  70. Egg fried rice
  71. Egg noodles
  72. Egg curry noodles
  73. Egg drop noodles
  74. Eggplant and egg stir-fry
  75. Egg and cheese quesadilla
  76. Egg and vegetable frittata
  77. Egg and sausage casserole
  78. Egg and potato hash
  79. Egg and cheese stuffed peppers
  80. Egg and cheese stuffed mushrooms
  81. Egg and bacon stuffed tomatoes
  82. Egg and spinach stuffed bell peppers
  83. Egg and vegetable stuffed zucchini
  84. Egg and cheese stuffed crepes
  85. Egg and ham stuffed croissants
  86. Egg and sausage stuffed biscuits
  87. Egg and vegetable stuffed pita pockets
  88. Egg and cheese stuffed baguette
  89. Egg and smoked salmon stuffed pancakes
  90. Egg and chorizo stuffed empanadas
  91. Egg and avocado stuffed lettuce wraps
  92. Egg and tomato stuffed bell peppers
  93. Egg and cheese stuffed jalapeños
  94. Egg and bacon stuffed mushrooms
  95. Egg and spinach stuffed portobello mushrooms
  96. Egg and vegetable stuffed acorn squash
  97. Egg and cheese stuffed cremini mushrooms
  98. Egg and ham stuffed bell peppers
  99. Egg and sausage stuffed tomatoes
  100. Egg and vegetable stuffed butternut squash

These are just some of the many ways you can prepare and enjoy eggs in various dishes and cuisines. Below are 50 recipes where eggs are the star of the show!

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Potato Sausage Broccoli Breakfast Casserole
Try these delicious egg, potato, and sausage breakfast casserole!
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2
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
www.primaverakitchen.com
How to Hard Boiled Eggs
If you want to learn how to make the eggs on the stove top, here’s my go-to method on How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs perfectly. It’s a fail-proof recipe that yields perfect hard boiled eggs every time in 15 minutes or less.
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3
A perfectly soft boiled egg in a bowl with two bowls of fresh cracked black pepper and salt.
www.eatthelove.com
Perfect Soft Boiled Egg
If you’re looking for the perfect soft boiled egg, look not further. This recipes is foolproof and incredibly easy.
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4
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
gypsyplate.com
Tex-Mex Migas
These easy and delicious Tex-Mex Migas feature crispy fried tortillas mixed with soft scrambled eggs and topped with plenty of fixings. They're a great breakfast or brunch to feed a crowd!
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5
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
nutfreewok.com
Easy Chinese Steamed Egg Custard Recipe
Steamed egg custard, not likely to find at a Chinese restaurant and getting the texture right is not easy but I share all the secrets here
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6
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
nutfreewok.com
Oyako Donburi (Chicken & Egg Over Rice) Recipe
One pot egg main dish served over rice (or udon or veggies).
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7
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
gypsyplate.com
Eggs Cochon
Eggs Cochon is an amazing benedict variation out of New Orleans. A fluffy buttermilk biscuit is topped with Cajun pulled pork, a poached egg and hollandaise sauce. Pure heaven!
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8
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
easyhomemaderecipes.ca
Egg Salad Sweet Potato Boats
Enjoy these eggs salad sweet potato boats without the guilt. The perfect breakfast or lunch powerpacked with protein and healthy carbs.
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9
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
yourguardianchef.com
Italian Deep Fried Deviled Eggs With Ricotta Filling
These deep-fried deviled eggs, in Italy known as Uova alla Monachina (meaning nuns instead of devil), trace their roots back to 18th-century Naples, a period when the intricacies of French cuisine cast a significant spell on aristocratic kitchens.
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10
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
www.thefoodblog.net
Ham and Cheese Frittata (with Asparagus)
An easy to make frittata is delicious for any meal of the day and a perfect way to use leftover veggies or meat.
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11
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
pieladybakes.com
Broccoli Bacon Quiche For the Best Brunch Ever!
Always a classic this Broccoli Bacon and Swiss Cheese Quiche is easy to make and bake ahead. It freezes really well, and makes the best hostess gift around the holidays!
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12
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
aubreyskitchen.com
Mayak Eggs
These Korean inspired marinated soy sauce eggs pack an umami punch with garlic, scallion, ginger and soy sauce, truly earning their name Mayak eggs (so deliciously addicting).
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13
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
bluesbestlife.com
Mini Egg Bites
These mini egg bites are made in a muffin pan for easy meal prep!
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14
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
www.foodbanjo.com
Cacio e Pepe Scrambled Eggs
Cacio e pepe scrambled eggs bring the flavors of the famous pasta to scrambled eggs.
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15
Tomato egg stir fry in a bowl on top of white rice.
mikhaeats.com
Easy Chinese Egg Tomato Stir Fry Recipe
Transform pantry staples into cheap & easy protein- filled breakfast in 10 minutes or less! Eat well even when you're tight on time with this delicious Tomato Egg Stir-Fry recipe that any beginner in the kitchen can easily master!
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16
A slice of bacon, egg and cheese casserole o a white scalloped edged plate with a fork.
www.modernhoney.com
Bacon Egg and Cheese Casserole
Bacon Egg and Cheese Casserole is an easy breakfast casserole recipe.
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17
One of the 100 ways to cook an egg is this delicious spaghetti carbonara on a white plate.
www.modernhoney.com
Spaghetti Carbonara
How to make the best spaghetti carbonara from scratch with only five ingredients. This homemade carbonara is made with nutty parmigiano reggiano or pecorino romano cheese, pancetta, spaghetti, creamy egg yolks, and black pepper. This Italian carbonara is famous for good reason!
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18
An Asian bowl filled with egg drop soup.
dancingthroughtherain.com
Fast And Easy Egg Drop Soup
This delicious Egg Drop Soup is a takeout recipe that you can make in your own kitchen! With a few simple ingredients and tons of flavor, this is sure to be a hit!
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19
Chili cheese toast cut in half on a piece of parchment paper.
www.littlesugarsnaps.com
Chili Cheese on Toast (or Chili Cheese Toastie)
Try this chili cheese on toast with a fried egg. The combination of flavors is spectacular.
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20
Spooning hollandaise sauce over a slice of eggs Benedict casserole on a white plate.
dancingthroughtherain.com
Easy Eggs Benedict Casserole
This Easy Eggs Benedict Casserole is a perfect brunch recipe! With english muffins, ham, eggs, and more, this delicious dish has all the flavors of the classic without the time investment!
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21
A white plate with huevos rancheros crepes made with cornmeal.
www.littlesugarsnaps.com
Huevos Rancheros Crepes
Huevos Rancheros cornmeal crêpes are a fantastic twist on the classic Mexican breakfast dish. Keep things simple or dress them up to impress with a few additional Mexican-inspired extras.
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22
A white plate of egg salad.
littlesunnykitchen.com
The Best Egg Salad Recipe
Classic Egg Salad blends perfectly cooked eggs with creamy mayonnaise, crunchy veggies, and an ideal mix of seasonings.
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23
A white plate filled with scrambled eggs with cottage cheese with toast and fresh berries.
littlesunnykitchen.com
Fluffy Scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese
Fluffy scrambled Eggs with Cottage Cheese are a fast and easy breakfast recipe that is healthy, high in protein, and super tasty!
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24
A white bowl of deviled egg potato salad.
littlesunnykitchen.com
Perfect Deviled Egg Potato Salad Recipe – Little Sunny Kitchen
Combine zesty deviled eggs with creamy potato salad in this easy Deviled Egg Potato Salad Recipe! It's the perfect summer side dish.
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25
A spicy shakshuka in a skillet on a white counter top.
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Easy Vegetarian Spicy Shakshuka Recipe
This vegetarian spicy Shakshuka recipe is just the best breakfast ever! It's spicy and warming, full of protein and so quick to make too!
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26
A white plate of mini fried eggs.
www.surprising.recipes
mini fried eggs
How to make three mini fried eggs out of one normal chicken egg.
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27
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
avocadoskillet.com
Fried Chimichurri Eggs
These fried chimichurri eggs are a fun alternative to the viral pesto eggs. They are super easy to make and require only two ingredients
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28
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
avocadoskillet.com
Pizza Fried Egg on a Tortilla
Pizza Fried Egg on a Tortilla – a delicious and easy to make healthy breakfast or lunch. This tastes like a mini breakfast pizza it is so delicious.
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29
A quiche dish filled with bacon crustless quiche.
www.chefdenise.com
The Secret to the Perfect Crustless Quiche Lorraine — Chef Denise
Learn the secret to the perfect Crustless Quiche Lorraine. A delicious balanced meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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30
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
www.christinascucina.com
Coddled Eggs (How to make coddled eggs)
Learn how to coddle eggs, with and without using a coddler!
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31
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
www.christinascucina.com
Scotch Eggs ~ Deep-Fried, Sausage-Covered Hard Boiled Eggs
Scotch eggs are a classic British pub snack consisting of a soft or hard-boiled egg, covered in sausage meat and breadcrumbs and deep fried. They're also absolutely scrumptious hot, warm or cold!
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32
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
mranimalfarm.com
Can You Freeze Eggs?
Freezing eggs is a great way to preserve them if you have extras or have fast and easy breakfasts ready to pop in the microwave.
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33
100 Ways to Cook an Egg
foodwineandlove.com
Avocado Breakfast Bruschetta
Avocado Breakfast Bruschetta a healthy Mediterranean diet breakfast recipe idea that is easy to make.
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34
A black dish filled with win scrambled eggs.
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Wine Scrambled Eggs
Take your scrambled eggs up a notch when you add some wine. This is how to pair your wine and eggs together in the perfect way.
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35
A breakfast quesadilla sliced on parchment paper with fresh lime wedges and halved avacados.
thesassyfoodie.com
Breakfast Quesadillas {Taco Bell Copycat}
These Taco Bell copycat breakfast quesadillas are a fantastic way to spice up boring breakfasts. Fluffy scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, and melty cheddar cheese make for a breakfast of champions. These quesadillas are freezer-friendly too, which means you can skip the drive-thru!
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36
Egg bhurji on a white plate with a fork and two pieces of toast on a cloth napkin.
indiaphile.info
Egg Bhurji (Indian Spiced Scrambled Eggs)
Bhurji or Indian spiced scrambled eggs are a fantastic way to start the day. They are incredibly flavorful and easy to make.
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37
A white oval plate on a wooden cutting board featuring a chefs salad with hard boiled eggs.
motionsandemotions.com
Indian Egg Salad
Indian Egg Salad is a quick and easy salad made with hard-boiled eggs, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, and a basic salad dressing.
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38
A beige plate with Turkish cilbir eggs and toast garnished with fresh dill.
urbanfarmandkitchen.com
Turkish Eggs (Cilbir)
Simple and delicious, Turkish Eggs (Cilbir) is a breakfast dish of perfectly poached eggs served over garlic infused yogurt, drizzled with hot spiced chili olive oil and garnished with fresh dill.
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39
A blue plate featuring eggs and asparagus with a fork on a wooden table.
www.keepingitsimpleblog.com
Olive Oil Fried Egg with Roasted Asparagus and Prosciutto
Olive oil fried egg with roasted asparagus and prosciutto is the ultimate quick and easy breakfast recipe – so simple but delicious!
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40
A woman's hand holding a piece of kimchi egg toast over a bowl of kimchi eggs.
www.greedygirlgourmet.com
Kimchi Eggs (10 minutes)
An easy Kimchi Eggs recipe that only requires 10 minutes to whip up- perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner! You really only need 2 ingredients (though ideally 5) and all are readily available at the regular grocery store!
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41
An egg souffle topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and a curl of orange peel in a white ramkin.
whatagirleats.com
Souffle au Grand Marnier
Soufflé au grand Mariner is a delicious egg based dessert!
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42
The perfect french omelet on a white plate garnished with fresh parsley with a fork and knife on either side.
whatagirleats.com
How to Make a French Omelette
How to make the perfect French omelette!
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43
A wooden cutting board featuring a few egg fritattas.
itsnotcomplicatedrecipes.com
Bacon and Egg Galettes
These Egg and Bacon Puff Pastry Galettes are the perfect brunch recipe. Simple to prepare and full of delicious flavors.
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44
A glass bowl filled with whisked eggs and a whisk.
www.nonguiltypleasures.com
Miso scrambled eggs (Japanese-style)
Miso scrambled eggs are a flavourful twist on the classics inspired by Japanese-style egg dishes like tamagoyaki. The soft scrambled miso eggs are creamy and savoury, with just a hint of sweetness. And it's ready to eat in five minutes!
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45
A skillet full of egg keema next to a few tortilla wedges on a white background.
knifeandsoul.com
Super Simple Egg Keema With Peas (Egg Kheema)
A delicious, healthy and super simple 30-minute egg keema (or kheema) recipe made from boiled eggs, tomatoes, onion, peas and spices.
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46
A white plate with curried eggs and a side of a half a hard boiled egg and a scoop of rice garnished with fresh parsley.
www.cookingwithnanaling.com
Curried Eggs
Curried Eggs is a quick and delicious meal. Skip the takeout and whip this up instead.
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47
A blue plate with easy fry masala eggs on a white counter.
www.tipsnrecipesblog.com
Egg Fry Masala
Egg fry masala is a delicious, savory dish with a flavorful variation of hard-boiled eggs using aromatic spices.
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48
A white plate filled with cloud eggs, one of the 100 ways to cook an egg, with a fork and garnished with fresh chives.
www.wholesomeyum.com
Cloud Eggs
Make fluffy cloud eggs in just 15 minutes! This easy recipe needs just eggs, salt, and pepper, or try 5 irresistable variations for add-ins.
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49
A delicious egg wrap filled with avocado and ham on a white plate with fresh avocado slices and cherry tomatoes.
www.pureandsimplenourishment.com
Egg Wraps
You are going to love these egg wraps! They are so quick and easy to make and you only need 2 ingredients to make them. These egg tortillas can be used in so many ways including for making burritos, your favorite sandwich wrap or a breakfast wrap.
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50
An egg and bacon pie on a cutting board.
www.cookingwithnanaling.com
Egg and Bacon Pie
The classic combo of eggs and bacon all wrapped up in flaky pastry. This Egg and Bacon is simple to make and will disappear fast.
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Final Thoughts on Ways to Cook an Egg

Eggs are one of the most versatile ingredients in a chef’s kitchen! From complicated to simple and from breakfast to dessert, eggs are a fantastic ingredient that can’t be overlooked! I hope you enjoyed this list of 100 ways to cook an egg!

Be sure to check out my favorite gadget for cooking eggs – the Dash Egg Cooker!

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