Ingredients

• 1 small onion, sliced
• 1 clove garlic, crushed (optional)
• 2 pints ham stock, or use stock cubes
• 2 rashers bacon, chopped
• 4 eggs
• 4 slices bread
• 2 oz. cheese, grated

Method

1. Place onion, garlic, stock and bacon in a large pan. Bring to the boil and simmer gently until cooked.
2. Poach the eggs.
3. Place each poached egg in an ovenproof dish and add soup.
4. Top with bread and cheese. Bake or grill until melting and golden.

Notes