Fried Egg Sandwich
A classic handheld breakfast with crispy edges, melty cheese, and a runny yolk nestled between toasted bread. Ready in under 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat butter in a small skillet over medium-high until foaming, about 60 seconds.
Step 2
Crack both eggs into the skillet. Cook without stirring until whites are set, yolks still soft, ~3 minutes.
Step 3
Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp on both sides.
Step 4
Slide both fried eggs onto one toast slice. Top with cheese, tomato or lettuce if using, and second toast slice.
Step 5
Slice diagonally in half. Serve immediately while cheese melts into the warm eggs.
Tools you’ll need
- 8-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet
- spatula
- toaster or toaster oven
- cutting board
- knife
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