The Ultimate Drippy Egg and Bacon Sandwich (23 Minutes)

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This ultimate bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich is a quintessential breakfast-inspired creation that can be enjoyed any time of day.

Picture a buttery, toasted brioche bun, layers of crispy, savory bacon, a perfectly fried egg with a runny yolk, and melted cheese enveloping each component in gooey goodness.

This sandwich is the epitome indulgence and never disappoints.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large brioche buns, split in half
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 4 slices of your favorite cheese (cheddar, American, Swiss, etc.)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the Buns (3 minutes):
    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Butter each half of the brioche buns with 1 tablespoon of butter. Toast them in the skillet, buttered side down, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Cook the Bacon (10 minutes):
    In the same skillet, add the bacon slices and cook until they are crispy to your liking. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
  3. Fry the Eggs (5 minutes):
    In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low. Crack the eggs into the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook to your preferred doneness, ensuring the yolks remain runny. For an over-easy egg, cook on one side until the whites are set, then flip and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Assemble the Sandwich (2 minutes):
    Place a slice of cheese on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun. While the cheese is still warm and beginning to melt, add a layer of bacon, then the fried egg. Top the egg with another layer of bacon, add another slice of cheese, and cover with the top half of the brioche bun.
  5. Serve and Enjoy:
    Serve the sandwich immediately to enjoy the contrast of the warm, runny egg yolk with the crisp bacon and melty cheese.

Notes

Mastering the breakfast sandwich lies in the quality of the ingredients and the assembly. The brioche bun provides a sweet and buttery base, while cooking the bacon to the perfect level of crispness adds texture and flavor.

When frying the eggs, use a non-stick skillet and a bit of patience to get that ideally runny yolk. The layering of the cheese with the other hot ingredients ensures it melts thoroughly, completing this hearty, satisfying breakfast sandwich.

Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

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