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Better Than Drive Thru Breakfast Sandwiches
I stumbled on this recipe when trying to recreate my favorite breakfast sandwich at home. These homemade versions taste even better than the original and take just minutes to make. The best part? You know exactly what goes into them.
Quick Easy and Always Delicious
These sandwiches are my morning lifesaver. I can make them in less time than a drive thru run and they're perfect for busy days. I often make extra to freeze they reheat beautifully when I need a quick breakfast.
What You Need
Start with 4 English muffins and eggs. Grab some Canadian bacon I use 8 slices for extra flavor and 4 slices of American cheese or whatever cheese you love. You'll need butter for toasting and just salt and pepper for seasoning.
Let's Make Breakfast
I start by crisping up the Canadian bacon in a buttered skillet. Then comes my favorite trick crack your egg into an upside down mason jar lid for that perfect round shape. Add a splash of water cover and let it steam. Meanwhile toast those English muffins until golden. Layer everything together cheese first then egg bacon and top it off.
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Save Some For Later
After they cool I wrap each sandwich in plastic and pop them in the fridge or freezer. They last 3 days in the fridge or 3 months frozen. A quick minute in the microwave brings them right back to life.
Switch Things Up
Sometimes I use bagels instead of muffins or swap in different meats like ham or turkey bacon. Any cheese works great too. Lately I've been adding fresh spinach and tomato for extra nutrients.
Perfect Eggs Every Time
That mason jar lid trick changed my breakfast game. It keeps the eggs perfectly round and contained. Just remember to warm up your pan first and don't forget to season your eggs.
Breakfast Made Simple
My freezer is always stocked with these sandwiches. On busy mornings I just grab one heat it up and I'm good to go. They're such a lifesaver when I'm running late.
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Add Some Heat
When I want extra kick I add sriracha sauce or sliced jalapeños. Fresh herbs like chives brighten everything up. It's fun playing around with different flavors.
Family Friendly Fun
My kids love helping make these on weekend mornings. They each create their own combinations sometimes adding avocado or extra cheese. It's become our favorite breakfast tradition.
Worth The Effort
Making these at home lets me choose quality ingredients and skip preservatives. Plus it's so much cheaper than buying them every morning. The taste difference is amazing.
Breakfast Done Right
These sandwiches have completely changed my morning routine. Whether enjoyed fresh or reheated they're always delicious. Once you try them homemade you'll never want the drive thru version again.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why use a mason jar lid?
- The metal band creates the perfect round shape for the egg that matches the English muffin size.
- → Why add water when cooking the egg?
- Steam from the water helps cook the egg evenly and prevents sticking.
- → Can I make these ahead?
- Best served fresh, but can be wrapped and frozen. Reheat in microwave or oven.
- → Why poke the yolk?
- Breaking the yolk ensures even cooking and prevents it from being too runny in the sandwich.