Breakfast Upgrade: Just 2 ingredients. My roommate cooks up this crispy morning dish before work and the caramelized edges are insanely good.

For a slightly milder flavor, use a mix of feta and another white cheese such as queso fresco or a dry mozzarella, keeping the total amount the same so you still get that caramelized ring. If you want a firmer yolk, simply cook the egg a minute or two longer over low heat, or briefly cover the pan to trap steam.

You can also shape the feta into two smaller rings and crack a quail egg into each for a bite-sized version. A pinch of dried oregano, black pepper, or red pepper flakes can be sprinkled over the feta as it cooks without breaking the 2-ingredient spirit too much, but keep in mind anything beyond egg and feta means it’s no longer strictly two ingredients.

Use a nonstick or very well-seasoned skillet so the cheese releases cleanly; stainless steel tends to grab and can tear the crispy ring. For food safety, use fresh, refrigerated eggs with intact shells, and cook until the whites are fully opaque.

If you’re pregnant, immunocompromised, or serving young children, consider cooking the yolk until more set rather than leaving it very runny. Always handle hot pans and melted cheese carefully, as splatters and caramelized dairy can cause burns.