Jul 13 2026
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The Day Maker Recipe

Inspired by August First
Time50m
Serves2

egg, cheddar, smoked bacon fat aioli, tomato-habanero jam, arugula, shaved red onion, on brioche bun

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For the Smoked Bacon Fat Aioli

For the Tomato-Habanero Jam

Method

Preparing the Tomato-Habanero Jam

  1. 1

    Cook the Jam

    In a saucepan, combine chopped tomatoes, diced habanero, sugar, vinegar, and salt. Cook over medium heat until it thickens, about 20 minutes. Let it cool.

Making the Smoked Bacon Fat Aioli

  1. 2

    Blend the Aioli

    In a bowl, mix bacon fat, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Store in the refrigerator.

Assembling the Day Maker

  1. 3

    Cook the Eggs

    Fry or scramble the eggs to your liking.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On a brioche bun, layer the cooked eggs, cheddar cheese, arugula, shaved red onion, a generous spread of bacon fat aioli, and a spoonful of tomato-habanero jam. Top with the other half of the bun.

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