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Fried Egg Sandwich

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"Great comfort food! You can use any type of bread or cheese that you want for this quick and easy breakfast. Serve with fruit and juice and/or milk for a full breakfast." — Erica

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

2 teaspoons butter
4 eggs
4 slices processed American cheese
8 slices toasted white bread

salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup

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Directions

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Crack eggs in pan and cook to desired firmness. Just before eggs are cooked, place a slice of cheese over each egg.
After cheese has melted, place each egg on a toasted slice of bread. Season eggs with salt and pepper. Spread mayonnaise and ketchup on remaining slices of bread and cover eggs with bread to make 4 sandwiches. Serve warm.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 15 mins

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Southern hubby was amazed that my Northern self knew about fried egg sandwiches. I have always just made them with salt and pepper on buttered toast slices, no cheese, no mayo, no ketchup. But the additions sound pretty good. If you cook your eggs over easy the yolk does get kind of messy while eating but I just sop it up with my toast. Also, since this recipe is being compared to fast food I have recently ventured into making them in the microwave. It’s faster and easier and less clean up. Melt a little margerine in a small glass ramekin type bowl. Swirl the margerine around to coat the bowl. Break your egg into the bowl. Prick the yolk gently 2-3 times with a toothpick. It does not run like you might think. Cover your little bowl with wax paper and mike on high for about 45 seconds. You can make more eggs in more bowls at the same time by adding a few more seconds. Slide them out onto your toast. Use a potholder, they are hot. They come out round just like those egg McYouknowhats.

—JUSTCYN

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 25, 2008

I guess I'm the minority, I didn't like the ketchup on this sandwich.

—Tricia Jaeger

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Mar 06, 2005

I changed this up a little. My ingredients are as follows: Fried egg Toasted rye bread Extra sharp white cheddar cheese Bacon (tasty addition) Mayo (no ketchup) I would have liked to add tomato and onion if I had it. Traditional is good too though the way I made them before was just with egg and mayo.

—CHEESYBUNNY

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Jul 29, 2010

Egg sandwiches are a staple in this house - in many shapes and forms. I was curious to try this one as it had the addition of mayonnaise. I made two sandwiches and used toasted whole grain bread. I liked the ketchup and mayo, but will probably go back to my old standard. My husband left his plain and of course had to add some bacon!

—Jillian

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Mar 08, 2008

This was good! I took JUSTCYN's idea and tried this one in the microwave, for convenience sake. I sprayed PAM inside a small, square tupperware container, and added the pepper to the egg mixture (I left out the salt, I'm not big on it). This method worked like a charm. From start to finish, I had my sandwich in about three minutes. This is a keeper, no doubt. Perfect for the mornings I'm in a rush and need something quick before class. Not to mention I won't be spending time/money in the McDonald's drive-thru twice a week. Thank you!

—MBKRH

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Nov 30, 2010

This is delicious - as is anything involving fried eggs, in my opinion :)

—kathjdyer

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Jun 10, 2008

I knew I was going to like this recipe but I had no idea just how tasty this simple recipe would be! Biting down into this bad boy was a true treat that I'd recommend to just about anyone. I'd stress, as others have, that the ketchup is a must and shouldn't be feared.

—lovestoeat

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Oct 16, 2011

I fried my eggs in bacon grease and used cheddar cheese instead of American. My kids wanted their sandwiches with ketchup and mayo so I made theirs according to the recipe. I did not, I just shook some Frank's hot sauce over my eggs before I put the bread together. As always, egg sandwiches are economical, quick and filling.

—Sarah Jo

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Nutrition

Calories
386 kcal
19%

Carbohydrates
28.2 g
9%

Cholesterol
246 mg
82%

Fat
23 g
35%

Fiber
1.2 g
5%

Protein
16.6 g
33%

Sodium
970 mg
39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Fried Egg Sandwich

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 386
Calories from Fat: 207

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 35 %
Saturated Fat 9.6g 48 %
Cholesterol 246mg 82 %
Sodium 970mg 39 %
Potassium 195mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 28.2g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
Protein 16.6g 33 %
Sugars 4.5g
Vitamin A 13 %
Vitamin C 2 %
Calcium 33 %
Iron 29 %
Thiamin 16 %
Niacin 46 %
Vitamin B6 12 %
Magnesium 10 %
Folate 46 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.