Description
A delicious and customizable breakfast sandwich featuring a toasted bagel, seasoned egg, and melted cheese, perfect for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 plain or everything bagel
- 1 teaspoon butter or oil
- 1 large egg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- A pinch of black pepper
- 2 slices of deli ham or 2 strips of cooked bacon
- 1 slice (about 28g) sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Split and toast the bagel until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side in a 350°F skillet or toaster.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of butter or oil over medium heat.
- Crack 1 large egg into the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes for a slightly set white.
- Cover the skillet for another 30–60 seconds to finish cooking the egg white.
- Meanwhile, warm the ham or bacon in the pan for 30–60 seconds per side.
- Assemble the sandwich: bagel bottom, warm meat, egg, cheddar slice, then the bagel top.
- Cover briefly (30–45 seconds) to melt the cheese before serving.
Notes
You can customize this sandwich to your preference by swapping meats and cheeses. For make-ahead options, don’t forget to check the storage section.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-fry
- Cuisine: American