Classic Breakfast Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Dash-In

Time20m

Serves2

Fried egg, cheddar cheese, and choice of applewood smoked bacon, thick cut ham, or sausage patties.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare Ingredients
Gather all ingredients including eggs, cheese, bacon/ham/sausage, and muffins/bread. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
2
Cook Bacon/Ham/Sausage
In the preheated skillet, add butter or oil. Once hot, place the bacon, ham, or sausage patties in the skillet. Cook until crispy and browned, about 3-4 minutes per side for bacon and ham, or until sausage is cooked through (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from skillet and set aside.

3
Fry the Egg
In the same skillet, crack the eggs and season with salt and pepper. Cook to your desired doneness, approximately 2-3 minutes for over-easy or 4-5 minutes for over-hard. During the last minute of cooking, place cheddar cheese on top of the egg to melt.

4
Toast the Muffins
While the egg is cooking, toast the English muffins or bread slices in a toaster or on a separate skillet until golden brown.
5
Build the Sandwich
On the bottom half of the toasted muffin or bread, place the cooked bacon, ham, or sausage, followed by the fried egg with melted cheese. Top with the other half of the muffin or bread.

6
Serve
Serve the breakfast sandwiches immediately while hot. Enjoy with your favorite condiments like hot sauce or ketchup, if desired.