Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 English muffins
- 4 eggs
- 4 sausage patties
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter for cooking
Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the skillet over medium heat.
2. Split the English muffins in half and toast them.
3. Cook the sausage patties in the skillet until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
4. Remove the sausage patties from the skillet and set them aside.
5. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook them to your desired doneness, seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
6. Once the eggs are cooked, place a slice of cheese on top of each egg and let it melt.
7. To assemble the sandwich, place a sausage patty on the bottom half of each English muffin.
8. Top each sausage patty with a cheesy egg.
9. Place the top half of the English muffin on each sandwich.
10. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
2 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
Calories: 550
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of bread instead of English muffins.
- You can use any type of cheese instead of cheddar.
- You can use any type of sausage instead of patties.
Variations:
- Add sliced avocado or tomato to the sandwich.
- Use bacon instead of sausage.
- Add hot sauce or ketchup to the sandwich.
Tips and tricks:
- You can cook the sausage patties and eggs at the same time in separate parts of the skillet to save time.
- If you like your eggs runny, cook them for less time.
- If you like your eggs well-done, cook them for longer.
Storage instructions:
This sandwich is best served fresh and hot. It is not recommended to store it for later.
Reheating instructions:
If you have leftovers, you can reheat the sandwich in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sandwich on a plate with a side of fruit or hash browns.
Garnishes:
Garnish the sandwich with chopped parsley or green onions.
Pairings:
This sandwich pairs well with coffee or orange juice.
Suggested side dishes:
This sandwich goes well with a side of fruit or hash browns.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sausage patties are not cooking through, increase the heat and cook them for longer.
- If the eggs are sticking to the skillet, make sure to use enough butter to prevent sticking.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the sausage patties and eggs to a safe temperature of 165°F to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
The egg and sausage sandwich is a classic breakfast sandwich that has been enjoyed for many years.
Flavor profiles:
This sandwich is savory and cheesy with a hint of saltiness from the sausage.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this sandwich for breakfast or brunch.
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