Sliced ham from the deli case crisps quickly in a hot pan and becomes dinner with a fried egg and buttered toast. The ham's honey sweetness plays against a soft yolk here, and there's enough protein to sustain you through the evening.

Serves 2. 15 minutes, 12 at the stove.

About 390 calories a serving, 22 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate, 25 g fat. From USDA figures for 100% of the ingredients; amounts are the recipe's.

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1. Set a skillet over medium-high heat and lay in 6 oz of ham slices in a single layer, working in batches if they overlap. Cook until the edges brown and curl, about 2 minutes a side, then move to a plate.4 min
2. Reduce heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Once it foams, crack 2 eggs into the pan and cook until the whites set but the yolk remains soft, about 3 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.3 min
3. Toast 2 slices of bread and spread with 1 tablespoon of butter. Divide the ham between two plates, top each with an egg, and serve the toast on the side.

Note Swap the egg for a slice of cheese melted over the warm ham if you prefer. Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for two days; reheat gently. Serve with a simple salad or steamed greens on the side.