## Is the Full English Breakfast Dying? UK’s Cooking Skills Declining, Says AO
The iconic Full English breakfast – a symbol of British culinary tradition – might be facing a crisis. New data released by AO, the UK’s leading electrical retailer, reveals a concerning trend: people are struggling to cook even the simplest of British dishes, including the beloved full English.
The survey, which polled a significant sample size, unearthed some sobering statistics. Just one in two respondents felt confident enough to tackle a roast dinner, a cornerstone of British cuisine. A mere 54% believed they could handle the seemingly straightforward fish and chips, while a slightly higher 51% felt equipped to make a classic shepherd’s pie.
But the most alarming finding? Only 60% of those surveyed felt comfortable cooking a full English breakfast. This suggests a worrying decline in basic cooking skills, particularly for a dish as fundamental as the full English.
A Five-Minute Fix: AO’s Quick and Easy Full English Recipe
To address this culinary crisis, AO has stepped in with a solution: a super-fast, five-minute recipe for a delicious full English breakfast. This recipe is perfect for even the busiest mornings, proving that a hearty and satisfying breakfast doesn’t have to take hours to prepare.
Here’s what you’ll need (serves one):
* One sausage (pre-cooked or quick-cook)
* One slice of bacon
* One egg
* Half a cup of baked beans
* One tomato, halved
* One slice of bread
* One to two mushrooms, sliced (optional)
Instructions:
1.
Start by microwaving the beans:
Place them in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for one minute. Set them aside.2.
Fry the sausage and bacon:
Heat a large frying pan over high heat. Cook the sausage and bacon for one minute per side for precooked varieties, ensuring they are piping hot and cooked through.3.
Toast the bread:
While the sausage and bacon are cooking, pop the bread in the toaster for one minute.4.
Fry the egg and tomato:
Push the cooked sausage and bacon to the side of the pan. Turn the heat up, crack an egg into the empty space, and add the halved tomato cut-side down next to the egg. Cook for one minute until the egg white is set but the yolk remains runny.5.
Plate and serve:
Arrange the cooked ingredients on a plate and enjoy immediately. Add black pepper, ketchup, and brown sauce to taste.This quick and easy recipe allows you to enjoy a classic full English breakfast without sacrificing precious time in the morning. So, ditch the takeaway and embrace the satisfaction of making your own – even if it takes just five minutes!
