Uitsmijter

Step 1

Place a large skillet over medium heat and wait 1 minute until the pan is evenly warm.

Step 2

Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan, swirling it around to coat the entire bottom.

Step 3

Lay all 4 bread slices flat in the pan and cook without moving them for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottoms turn deep golden brown, like caramel.

Step 4

Transfer the toasted bread to a plate.

Step 5

Lay the 4 toast slices on a clean plate or cutting board, toasted side up.

Step 6

Top each slice with one slice of ham and one slice of cheese, placing them in the center of the toast.

Step 7

Place the skillet back over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, swirling until it foams and the foam subsides slightly, about 30 seconds.

Step 8

Crack all 4 eggs into the pan at once, spacing them evenly so they do not touch each other.

Step 9

Cook the eggs without moving them for 3 to 4 minutes until the whites are set and opaque but the yolks still jiggle slightly when you gently shake the pan.

Step 10

Using a spatula, slide one fried egg onto each slice of ham-and-cheese toast, centering the yolk in the middle.

Step 11

Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over each egg and serve immediately while the toast is still warm and the cheese is soft.