Fast Ham and Cheese Egg Breakfast Sandwich

Name: Fast Ham and Cheese Egg Breakfast Sandwich
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 6 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Breakfast
Ingredients: 2 slices Bread (Your preferred type of bread); 2 slices Ham (Deli-style ham); 1 slice Cheese (Cheddar, American, or preferred melting cheese); 1 large Egg; 1 tablespoon Butter or Cooking Oil (For frying the egg and toasting the bread); To taste Salt; To taste Black Pepper

A quick and easy recipe for a delicious ham, cheese, and egg sandwich, perfect for a fast breakfast or any meal. This sandwich comes together in minutes, featuring a fried egg, savory ham, and melty cheese between toasted bread slices.

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Buttering the bread slices

Recipe Information

Prep Time

Cook Time

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Breakfast

English

Nutrition (per serving)

440

Calories

27g

Protein

30g

Carbs

23g

Fat

Frying the perfect egg

Ingredients

Bread
(Your preferred type of bread)
2 slices
Ham
(Deli-style ham)
2 slices
Cheese
(Cheddar, American, or preferred melting cheese)
1 slice
Egg
1 large
Butter or Cooking Oil
(For frying the egg and toasting the bread)
1 tablespoon
Salt
To taste
Black Pepper
To taste

Servings: 1

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Layers of ham, cheese, and egg assembled

Instructions

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Prepare the bread by lightly buttering one side of each of the two slices. Set aside.
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Prepare the bread by lightly buttering one side of each of the two slices. Set aside.
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Buttering ensures a golden, crispy crust when toasted.
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Heat a small pan over medium heat and add a bit of butter or cooking oil. Crack the egg directly into the pan and fry to your desired doneness (e.g., sunny-side up, over easy).
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Heat a small pan over medium heat and add a bit of butter or cooking oil. Crack the egg directly into the pan and fry to your desired doneness (e.g., sunny-side up, over easy).
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For an easier assembly, make sure the yolk is not too runny, or cook it completely.
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While the egg is frying, season it with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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While the egg is frying, season it with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Seasoning the egg in the pan ensures even flavor distribution.
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Once the egg is cooked, carefully remove it from the pan. Place one of the buttered bread slices (buttered side down) on a clean surface or plate. Layer with the two slices of ham.
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Once the egg is cooked, carefully remove it from the pan. Place one of the buttered bread slices (buttered side down) on a clean surface or plate. Layer with the two slices of ham.
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Ensure the ham covers most of the bread slice for balanced flavor.
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Place the slice of cheese directly on top of the ham, then carefully add the fried egg on top of the cheese layer.
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Place the slice of cheese directly on top of the ham, then carefully add the fried egg on top of the cheese layer.
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Placing cheese below the egg will help it melt nicely when toasted.
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Cover the sandwich with the second buttered bread slice (buttered side up).
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Cover the sandwich with the second buttered bread slice (buttered side up).
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Press gently to compact the layers.
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Return the assembled sandwich to the hot pan (or a sandwich press) and toast over medium heat until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Flip once if using a pan.
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Return the assembled sandwich to the hot pan (or a sandwich press) and toast over medium heat until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted. Flip once if using a pan.
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Keep an eye on the sandwich to prevent burning; adjust heat as needed. Serve immediately.