Description
A hearty twist on the classic grilled cheese, this breakfast sandwich features creamy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, and melty cheese between buttery, golden-brown bread slices. Perfect for a filling morning meal.
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick-cut bread (white, sourdough, or brioche)
- 4 large eggs
- 4 breakfast sausage links or 1/2 cup crumbled sausage
- 1 cup shredded or 4 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or blend)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Slice or crumble if needed after cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with milk or cream (if using), and season with salt and pepper.
- Scramble eggs in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until just set and fluffy.
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Layer cheese, scrambled eggs, sausage, and more cheese on the unbuttered side of one slice.
- Top with the second slice, buttered side out.
- Grill sandwich in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, flipping once.
- Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for spice.
- Use vegetarian fillings like bell peppers and mushrooms for a meat-free version.
- Store leftovers wrapped in foil in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in skillet or toaster oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
