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Fried egg

Imagine cracking open an egg and pouring it into a hot and greasy pan. As the egg cooks, the clear part starts to turn white and the yolk thickens. Once the whites are cooked and the yolk is set to your desired consistency, you have a delicious fried egg!

The heat from the pan helps to cook the egg by turning the liquid egg into a solid. The grease or oil helps to keep the egg from sticking to the pan and adds flavor. Depending on how you like it, the yolk can be runny and golden, or cooked all the way through and yellow.

Fried eggs are a yummy breakfast food that go well with toast or bacon. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Plus, they have protein which helps your body grow big and strong!
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