Description
This Scrambled Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food! Fluffy scrambled eggs and melty cheese between crispy, buttery bread make for the perfect breakfast or lunch. It’s simple, satisfying, and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (your choice of white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices of cheese (cheddar, American, or your favorite cheese)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: hot sauce, fresh herbs, avocado, or bacon
Instructions
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Make the scrambled eggs:
- Crack the eggs into a bowl, then whisk them with a pinch of salt and pepper until fully combined.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Pour the eggs into the skillet, and allow them to set slightly. Then, gently stir the eggs with a spatula until they form soft curds. Remove from heat when they’re just slightly underdone (they’ll continue cooking once off the heat).
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Assemble the sandwich:
- While the eggs cook, heat another skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread with about 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Place the cheese slices between the unbuttered sides of the bread.
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Grill the sandwich:
- Once the skillet is hot, place the sandwiches in the pan, buttered side down. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.
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Add scrambled eggs:
- When the sandwich is done, remove it from the skillet. Open it slightly to add the scrambled eggs, then close the sandwich.
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Serve:
- Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately with a side of pickles, chips, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a dash of hot sauce, sautéed vegetables, or crispy bacon to your scrambled eggs.
- Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor – sharp cheddar, mozzarella, or even a mix of cheeses work well!
- If you like your eggs more cooked, scramble them a bit longer, but be careful not to overcook.
- You can also use a panini press for an even crispier grilled sandwich.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 300mg