This section is from the book "Soyer's Standard Cookery", by Nicolas Soyer. Also available from Amazon: Soyer's Standard Cookery.
Melt about two ounces of butter in a saucepan, break two eggs into the butter, season with salt and pepper, and stir till the eggs thicken. Serve on toast. This dish is much improved by having a few cooked peas warmed in the egg, or pieces of cooked asparagus or French beans.
 
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