Description
A classic Fried Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines melty cheese, crispy golden bread, and a perfectly cooked fried egg for a delicious and satisfying meal. This recipe includes optional additions like tomato and bacon for extra flavor and is easy to prepare using a skillet on the stovetop.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
- 4 slices of cheese (American, cheddar, or your choice)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 4 slices of tomato
- 4 slices of cooked bacon
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by preparing all ingredients, ensuring the butter is softened for easy spreading.
- Preheat Skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat to get ready for grilling the sandwiches.
- Butter Bread: Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. If you like, spread mayonnaise on the opposite side for extra flavor.
- Place Bread in Skillet: Place two slices of the bread, with the buttered side down, in the skillet.
- Add Cheese and Optional Toppings: Layer two slices of cheese on each piece of bread in the skillet, then add optional ingredients like tomato slices or cooked bacon if using.
- Top Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top, buttered side facing up, creating two complete sandwiches.
- Grill Sandwiches: Cook the sandwiches until the bread is golden brown and the cheese begins to melt, which takes about 3-4 minutes per side. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Heat Pan for Eggs: While sandwiches are cooking, heat a small non-stick pan over medium heat for the fried eggs.
- Cook Eggs: Add a small amount of butter to the pan, crack the eggs into the pan, and season with salt and pepper.
- Fry Eggs: Cook eggs to your preferred doneness—sunny side up, over-easy, or over-hard.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Once grilled, carefully open the sandwiches and place a fried egg inside each.
- Serve: Close the sandwiches, slice if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- You can use any type of bread or cheese you prefer, though sturdier bread holds up better to the egg.
- Optional mayonnaise adds moisture and tang, while mustard offers a sharper flavor contrast.
- Adding tomato and bacon makes the sandwich more hearty and flavorful.
- Cook eggs to your taste to customize the sandwich experience.
- Use medium heat to ensure the bread crisps without burning before the cheese melts.
