Sheet-Pan Full English Breakfast

Updated Sept. 19, 2022

Overview

• Total Time: 30 minutes (includes prep and baking)

• Servings: 4

Ingredients

• Mushrooms: 8 ounces (4 cups) white button or cremini mushrooms, halved or quartered if large

• Tomatoes: 4 small plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise

• Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)

• Worcestershire Sauce: 1 teaspoon (plus more for serving)

• Herbs: 3 fresh thyme sprigs (or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme if unavailable)

• Seasonings: Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

• Sausages: 8 breakfast sausage links (cooked or uncooked; plant-based options work well)

• Eggs: 4 large eggs

• Toast: Butter for toasting (for serving)

Preparation

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup (non-stick pans also work). In a medium bowl, toss mushrooms, halved tomatoes, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, thyme sprigs, and a pinch each of salt and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2: Roast Sausages & Vegetables

Arrange sausage links in a single layer on the sheet pan. Spread the seasoned mushrooms and tomatoes around the sausages. Pro Tip: To prevent smoke, use a light olive oil coating (2 tbsp is sufficient for 4 cups of vegetables) and ensure the pan is clean. Roast for 15–20 minutes, tossing vegetables halfway through to ensure even browning and crisping.

Step 3: Add & Roast Eggs

Once vegetables/sausages are browned, use a spatula to push them to one side, creating space for eggs. Drizzle the empty side with a tiny bit of olive oil (just enough to coat the pan). Crack eggs into the oiled space, season lightly with salt/pepper. Return to oven and roast 3–5 minutes: whites set, yolks runny (add 1–2 minutes more for medium/hard yolks).

Step 4: Assemble & Serve

Gently cut eggs with a spatula, then slide everything onto plates (discard thyme sprigs). Drizzle with Worcestershire, extra salt/pepper, and serve with buttered toast.

Tips & Variations

• Vegan Adaptation: Swap plant-based sausages and vegan Worcestershire, tamari, or coconut amino acids.

• Smoke Prevention: Reduce oven to 425°F (218°C) if smoke occurs; use a non-stick pan to minimize oil splatters.

• Traditional Touches: Add bacon (rendered fat) or baked beans for classic English breakfast elements.

Community Comments

• “I’d use my mama’s 70-year-old cast iron skillet on the stove, but this sheet-pan method is genius.”

• “Hearty and nostalgic! The roasted tomatoes/mushrooms smelled like my 1980s B&B stays in southern England.”

• “450°F with olive oil? Avoid smoke by using 425°F and a light coating!”

• “Loved the runny yolks! Perfect for brunch or even dinner—so little cleanup.”

• “Authentic? No lard or bacon, but delicious. A modern twist on the classic.”

Note: This recipe balances simplicity with flavor, using minimal ingredients for maximum satisfaction. Adjust based on personal preferences for egg doneness or traditional components.