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Breakfast Grilled Cheese: A Morning Game-Changer

Delicious Breakfast Grilled Cheese Recipe for Perfect Mornings
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Start your day right with this hearty Breakfast Grilled Cheese recipe—featuring bacon, eggs, and melty cheddar on sourdough. Crispy, cheesy perfection!

Ingredients

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  • 6 strips bacon

  • 4 large eggs

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 8 slices cheddar cheese (or 1½ cups shredded)

  • 4 thick slices sourdough bread

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

1. Cook the Bacon to Crispy Perfection

Start by frying 6 strips of bacon in a skillet over medium heat. Cook them until golden and crisp. Once done, transfer the strips to a plate lined with paper towels. Don’t discard the bacon grease—you’ll need it for the eggs!

2. Scramble the Eggs Gently

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture into the same skillet with the remaining bacon fat. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring gently to form soft, creamy curds. Once the eggs are just set (still a little soft—they’ll continue cooking in the sandwich), transfer them to a clean bowl.

Need help perfecting your scrambled eggs? Check out this guide to making perfect scrambled eggs from Serious Eats for foolproof techniques.

3. Assemble the Sandwich

Lay out the sourdough slices. On each slice, place two slices of cheddar cheese. On two of those slices, add three strips of bacon and spoon half the scrambled eggs over the bacon. Top with the remaining slices of bread, cheese side down.

Wondering why sourdough works so well? Read this Bon Appétit feature on the best bread for grilled cheese to see why it beats plain white bread.

4. Butter and Grill

Spread a generous layer of butter on the top of each sandwich. Heat a clean skillet to medium. Place the sandwiches butter-side down in the skillet. Press gently with a spatula and cook for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.

Butter the now-top side of the sandwich, flip carefully, and press again. Cook another 3–4 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese has melted.

5. Serve and Enjoy

Let the sandwiches rest for 1–2 minutes before slicing. This helps the cheese set slightly so it doesn’t ooze out. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce: spicy mayo, ketchup, or even a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet-savory combo.

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