Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Fried Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich! This delectable dish features crispy, golden bread enveloping ooey-gooey cheddar cheese and a perfectly fried egg that oozes deliciousness with every bite. Ideal for breakfast or lunch, this sandwich is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite ingredients, making it perfect for any occasion. Treat yourself to a warm, satisfying meal that will leave you craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices thick-sliced bread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Place one slice of bread in the skillet and top with one slice of cheddar cheese.
- In a separate pan, melt butter or drizzle olive oil and fry the egg until the whites are set but the yolk remains runny (about 3-4 minutes). Season with salt and pepper.
- Once the cheese begins to melt, place the fried egg on top and add the second slice of cheese followed by the other slice of bread.
- Carefully flip the sandwich when the bottom is golden brown (about 3-4 minutes) and cook until both sides are crispy.
- Serve hot, slicing in half to reveal the deliciously runny yolk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap cheddar for gouda or add avocado for creaminess. Incorporate sautéed vegetables like spinach or tomatoes for added nutrition.