Description
Fried Egg Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that elevates a classic sandwich with the richness of a perfectly fried egg. Imagine biting into golden-brown, crispy bread filled with gooey melted cheese and a luscious, runny egg. This dish is not only easy to make but also versatile enough for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices thick sourdough bread
- 2 oz sharp cheddar cheese (or preferred melty cheese)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline the cooking process.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side-down in the skillet, add cheese, then top with the second slice butter-side-up.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; press gently with a spatula for even cooking.
- Meanwhile, fry the egg in another pan to your liking (sunny-side up recommended).
- Once the sandwich is golden brown on both sides, remove from heat and top with the fried egg.
- Slice in half and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 210mg