Scotch Eggs, or Scottish Style Eggs?

They are different altogether except that each is a egg based Breakfast dish.

The Scotch Egg seen in the first photo is a boiled egg wrapped in ground sausage, dressed in bread crumbs and baked , or even deep fried. The classic version has the yolks cooked medium, but they can also be cooked hard. Developed long, long ago for traveling, hiking, and military use this protein packed treat could be carried in a bag, or pocket to eat on the go. There are versions of these to be found in cultures around the globe. The Egg in our photo was served at The Ugly Mug Diner.

Scottish Style Eggs. Some will know them Shirred Eggs, Farmhouse Eggs, or Baked Eggs. Baked in a cup (ramekin) with butter or cream and sometimes topped with breadcrumbs and herbs. Additional protein like meat or fish can be added to make it a lunch or dinner portion. Stephys Kitchen in Beverly served the one in our second photo.

What was your Breakfast this morning?

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Crabcake Benedict served at The Ugly Mug Diner. This Washington spot draws a steady and loyal crowd for Breakfast and Lunch.

#TheBaldOne took a seat at the counter just to admire the selection of hot sauces. Having more than one or two sauces will always get his attention. The eggs were properly poached, and the crabcakes tasty. Tabasco Green Pepper Sauce was used to dress the home fries.

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The Ugly Mug Diner was the spot for Breakfast yesterday. #BaAndYan accompanied #TheBaldOne and they discussed all things in the downtown Salem restaurant world. Our BaldGuy is always willing to let his brain be picked by those with an interest. He doesn’t know it all, but he knows more than that guy who sits on the bench at Lapointe Park every day.

It was a great morning repast. A Sausage Link and Egg Sandwich, three properly Sunny Eggs with bacon, and an order of Scotch Eggs. The Mug is the only spot in Salem that serves Scotch Eggs on a regular basis. They are a must try when you visit.

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Where’s your Breakfast on s Wednesday morning? Will there be hot sauce? The Ugly Mug Diner.

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The Ugly Mug Diner offers a nice selection of Benedicts at their Breakfast table. This Chipotle Benedict sits atop a base of Sweet Potato Chipotle Hash.

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Duck Confit with Sunny Eggs at The Ugly Mug Diner.

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10 years of The Ugly Mug Diner? Yep. A full decade of “Mugliness” is in the Salem restaurant books.

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Fried Green Tomato Benedict at The Ugly Mug Diner.

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Yesterday’s Breakfast at The Ugly Mug Diner was timed well. There are times when a long wait for a seat is required. But that was not the case this time. The counter was wide open, and tables were also available.

#TheBaldOne built his own Omelet with house corned-beef hash, sautéed mushrooms and onions, and cheddar cheese. Home fries and a grilled English muffin came along too. It was a good Omelet, stuffed well, and the muffin was toasted nicely.

If home fries are your thing, the Mug makes some good ones, to include a sweet potato version. The same sweet potato option is available for the hash.

We present a special shout out for these Muggers having El Yucateco Hot Sauce Official on hand. This sauce packs a nice heat, along with a good flavor.

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Have a bite of the Scary Uncle Sully Omelet at The Ugly Mug Diner. Yes that is indeed a Scotch Egg in the background.

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