Sausage egg grilled cheese sandwich stacks browned breakfast sausage, soft scrambled eggs, and melted cheese between slices of buttery toasted bread for a hot, handheld breakfast that is ready in about twenty five minutes.
The recipe makes two generous sandwiches and uses only seven ingredients, so it works for a weekend brunch or a quick dinner. Cooking the sausage and eggs in the same skillet keeps cleanup minimal.
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Why This Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe Works
Everything you love about a breakfast plate, savory sausage, creamy eggs, and cheese, lands in one crisp, golden sandwich that is easy to eat with one hand.
Scrambling the eggs just until set keeps them tender inside the sandwich, and the residual heat finishes them while the cheese melts around them.
Grilling the bread in butter gives the outside a deep golden crunch that holds up against the soft filling.
Ingredients for Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
- You need four ounces of ground breakfast sausage, four large eggs, four slices of bread, four slices of cheese, and two tablespoons of butter. Season the eggs with a quarter teaspoon of salt and a quarter teaspoon of pepper.
- Sturdy sandwich bread or thick sliced country bread works well here, and American, cheddar, or Swiss cheese all melt well. Use sausage that is not too greasy so the bread stays crisp.
Breakfast sausage. Seasoned crumbles add salty, peppery flavor and a satisfying bite to every layer.
Scrambled eggs. Soft curds make the filling rich and creamy without turning the bread soggy.
Sliced cheese. It melts into the eggs and sausage and glues the whole sandwich together.
Bread. Thick slices toast evenly and support the filling without tearing.
Butter. It browns the bread to a crisp, golden finish and adds a rich flavor.
How to Make Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
1. Brown the sausage. Cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat for about six minutes, breaking it up, until browned and 160 F, then move it to a plate.
2. Scramble the eggs. Wipe the pan, melt one tablespoon of butter, and scramble the seasoned eggs gently until just set, then remove them.
3. Build the sandwiches. Butter the outer sides of the bread, then layer cheese, eggs, sausage, and more cheese on two slices and top with the others.
4. Grill them. Cook the sandwiches in the skillet over medium low heat for three to four minutes per side until the bread is golden and the cheese melts.
5. Slice and serve. Rest for one minute, cut each sandwich in half, and serve hot.
How to Serve Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Serve the sandwiches with fresh fruit or a handful of potato chips. For a brunch spread add cinnamon roll pancakes and a cinnamon streusel coffee cake for the sweet side. Pair them with blueberry muffins or a hash brown ham bake when feeding a crowd.
How to Store and Reheat Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
These sandwiches are ideal fresh, but you can wrap cooled sandwiches tightly and refrigerate them for up to two days. Reheat in a skillet over medium low heat for a few minutes per side until hot and 165 F. Freeze wrapped sandwiches for up to one month and reheat from thawed. For the crispest result, reheat in a skillet rather than the microwave, which softens the bread.
Tips and Variations for Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Flag the allergens. This sandwich contains wheat, egg, and milk, and some sausage contains soy or other additives.
Do not taste raw. Do not taste the raw egg or raw sausage, and wash your hands and utensils after handling them.
Check the sausage. Pork sausage must reach 160 F, so check a crumble with an instant read thermometer.
Keep the heat moderate. Medium low heat toasts the bread slowly, so the cheese melts before the outside burns.
Undercook the eggs slightly. They finish cooking inside the hot sandwich, so remove them while still a little glossy.
Cover the pan. A lid for the first two minutes of grilling helps the cheese melt faster.
Add extras. Sliced tomato, a little hot sauce, or a smear of mustard can change the flavor. Sliced avocado or a spoonful of salsa also adds freshness without much effort.
Check trusted guidance. Read the FDA safe food handling guidance for egg and pork safety.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
What Is a Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich?
It is a grilled cheese sandwich filled with scrambled eggs and cooked breakfast sausage.
Can I Make Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich Ahead of Time?
Yes, cook the sausage and eggs ahead, then assemble and grill the sandwiches just before serving.
What Cheese Is Right for Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich?
American, cheddar, Swiss, or Monterey Jack all melt smoothly and taste great.
Can I use bacon instead?
Yes, use four slices of crisp cooked bacon in place of the sausage.
Can I make four sandwiches?
Yes, double every ingredient and grill them in batches.
Sausage Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Instant read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 oz ground breakfast sausage
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 2 tbsp butter divided
Instructions
Cooking
- Brown. Cook the sausage to 160 F and set aside.
- Scramble. Cook the seasoned eggs in 1 tablespoon butter until just set.
- Build. Layer cheese, eggs, and sausage between buttered bread.
- Grill. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
- Serve. Slice and serve hot.
