Scrumptious Breakfast Grilled Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate morning comfort food with this Scrumptious Breakfast Grilled Cheese, a mouthwatering fusion of classic breakfast flavors and ooey-gooey melted cheddar. Featuring crispy thick-cut bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs, and perfectly toasted sourdough bread, this hearty sandwich is held together by layers of rich, melted cheddar cheese. A touch of butter creates a golden, crispy crust, while optional fresh chives add a pop of color and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan recipe is the perfect way to start your day or enjoy a comforting brunch. Serve it warm for a melty, cheesy bite that’s impossible to resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 slices Thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 pieces Thick slices of sourdough bread
- 1 teaspoon Fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place a skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Once done, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
In a small bowl, whisk the eggs together with the salt and black pepper.
Drain most of the bacon grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 teaspoon. Reduce heat to low and add the whisked eggs to the skillet. Scramble the eggs gently using a spatula until just set but still soft, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread generously, spreading the butter evenly all the way to the edges.
Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place one slice of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bread. Layer the scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and remaining cheddar cheese on top. Cover with the second slice of bread, buttered side up.
Cook the sandwich until the bottom slice of bread turns golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes, until golden and the cheese is fully melted.
Transfer the grilled cheese to a cutting board. Let it cool slightly, then slice it in half diagonally. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh chives, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.8 g | 229% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 576 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 2339 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.3 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
