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Fried Egg Sandwich

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A quick and satisfying fried egg sandwich featuring crispy bread, melty cheese, and smoked ham, ready in under 10 minutes—perfect for breakfast or a late-night snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces fresh eggs Cook them to your preference.
  • 1 slice American cheese Can substitute with cheddar, pepper jack, or other melty cheeses.
  • 2 slices smoked ham Can substitute with turkey or Canadian bacon.
  • 2 slices bread Use whole wheat, sourdough, or white bread.
  • to taste none Butter for spreading Room-temperature butter is recommended for easy spreading.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat so it’s hot but not smoking.
  2. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each bread slice.
  3. Crack the eggs into the hot skillet and cook them to your preference.
  4. Add the smoked ham to the skillet to warm it.
  5. Place the cheese directly on top of the eggs in the pan to melt.
Assembly and Cooking
  1. Assemble the sandwich with one slice of bread buttered-side down, cheese-topped eggs, warmed ham, and the second slice of bread buttered-side up.
  2. Return the assembled sandwich to the skillet and grill until both sides are golden brown and crispy.
  3. Transfer to a cutting board, let rest for 30 seconds, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Best served hot; pair with chips, salad, or fruit. For reheating, use a skillet over low-medium heat covered to remelt cheese while preventing egg overcooking.
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