Quick Breakfast Sandwich with Fried Egg and Cheese

Quick Breakfast Sandwich with Fried Egg and Cheese ingredients

• 1 count large egg
• 1 count English muffin
• 1 count American cheese slice
• 1 tsp unsalted butter
• 0.125 tsp salt
• 0.0625 tsp black pepper
• 1 count pre-cooked ham or bacon slice

How to make Quick Breakfast Sandwich with Fried Egg and Cheese

1. Split the 1 English muffin in half using a fork to create nooks and crannies. Toast it in a toaster or under the broiler until golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
2. While the muffin toasts, heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter (or use cooking spray) and let it melt and coat the pan.
3. Crack the 1 large egg directly into the hot skillet. Season immediately with 1/8 teaspoon of salt and 1/16 teaspoon of black pepper.
4. Cook the egg for 2-3 minutes, until the edges are crispy and the whites are mostly set. For an over-easy yolk, carefully flip the egg and cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, or cook longer for a firmer yolk.
5. During the last minute of cooking the egg, place the 1 slice of American cheese on top of the egg to allow it to melt slightly from the residual heat. If using, also warm the optional slice of pre-cooked ham or bacon in the pan alongside the egg for the last minute.
6. Once the English muffin is toasted, place the bottom half on a plate. Layer with the melted cheesy fried egg (and ham/bacon, if using) directly onto the muffin.
7. Top with the other half of the English muffin. Serve hot and enjoy immediately as a quick, satisfying breakfast.

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