Eggs in a Nest

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
2. 2
   Lightly toast the English muffins either in a toaster or in the oven on the baking sheet.
3. 3
   Arrange the toasted muffin halves on the baking sheet.
4. 4
   Place a slice of ham or salmon on the cut side of each.
5. 5
   In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form.
6. 6
   Pile the whites on each muffin, covering it (and the ham or salmon) completely.
7. 7
   Use the back of a spoon to make a depression in the center of each.
8. 8
   Place a yolk in each depression.
9. 9
   Place in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, until the whites are lightly browned and the yolks are just set.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with a little sea salt and pepper and serve immediately.