This Classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich is the ultimate breakfast comfort food—warm, gooey, and ready in minutes. Imagine a fluffy egg, savory sausage, and melted cheese tucked inside a toasted bun or English muffin, creating the perfect mix of crispy edges and rich, savory flavor. It’s a simple, satisfying morning meal that tastes like a diner breakfast, but you can make it at home anytime.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 English muffins or sandwich buns
- 8 breakfast sausage patties about 2 per sandwich
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp milk for fluffier eggs
Instructions
Cook the sausage
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Add the sausage patties and cook 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
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Remove from skillet and set aside.
Toast the buns
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Split the English muffins and toast them in the same skillet for 1–2 minutes until golden.
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Remove and set aside.
Cook the eggs
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Melt 1 tbsp butter in the skillet.
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Crack the eggs into the skillet and scramble (or cook sunny-side up if you prefer).
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Season with salt and pepper.
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If using milk, whisk it with eggs before cooking for extra fluffiness.
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Cook until the eggs are set, about 2–3 minutes.
Assemble the sandwiches
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Place sausage patties on the bottom half of each muffin.
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Add the egg on top of sausage.
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Place cheese slice over the egg.
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Cover with the top muffin.
Optional melt
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If you want extra melty cheese, place assembled sandwiches back in the skillet for 30–60 seconds with the lid on.