Everything Bagel Sando Recipe

Preheat oven to 220°C (430°F). On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the halved/diced potatoes with 2 tbs olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Spread potatoes cut-side down (if halved) in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring or flipping once halfway, until golden brown and crisp on edges. Total time will be 25–30 minutes depending on size.

When potatoes are done, remove from oven and sprinkle chopped parsley. Keep warm while you prepare the sandwich components.

Cook the bacon: In a skillet over medium heat, add bacon strips and cook 6–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisped to your liking. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain. Keep skillet for eggs.

Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the 4 eggs, 30 ml whole milk, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper until slightly frothy. Stir in the diced onion and diced red bell pepper so they’re distributed throughout the eggs.

Toast the bagels: Heat a separate skillet or use a toaster. Spread 1 tbs butter on each bagel half cut side down and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden, about 1–2 minutes per side. Alternatively, toast in a toaster and butter after toasting.

Cook the eggs: Wipe out the bacon skillet if necessary and add 1 tsp oil over medium-low heat. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet. Let sit undisturbed 20–30 seconds until edges set, then using a spatula, gently push set edges toward the center, tilting pan to allow runny egg to flow. Continue until eggs are mostly set but still slightly moist, about 2–3 minutes total for soft-scrambled style. For firmer eggs, cook an additional 1–2 minutes.

Assemble cheddar melt: Place toasted bagel bottoms on a plate. Divide the scrambled eggs between the two bagels. Top eggs with 2 slices cheddar on each sandwich and allow cheese to melt (cover loosely with a lid for 30–60 seconds if needed).

Finish sandwich: Top the melted cheddar with 3 bacon strips per sandwich (tear if needed), 2–3 slices of tomato, and torn basil leaves. Add bagel tops. If desired, add a few drops of hot sauce to the tops before serving.