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Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich

A savory breakfast sandwich featuring seasoned sausage patties, fluffy eggs, and melted provolone on toasted ciabatta.

22 minEasyServes 2580 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 Italian sausage patties
  • 2 eggs, whisked
  • 2 slices provolone cheese, sliced
  • 2 ciabatta rolls, split
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook 2 Italian sausage patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned and internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.

  2. 2

    Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside.

  3. 3

    Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in the skillet over medium-low heat.

  4. 4

    Add 2 whisked eggs and cook until set, then top with 2 slices sliced provolone cheese until melted.

  5. 5

    Toast 2 split ciabatta rolls cut-side down in the skillet, then assemble the sandwiches with sausage, egg, and cheese.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich reach?

For Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use plain ground pork instead of Italian sausage in Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich?

Yes. Season each pound of ground pork with a teaspoon of fennel seed, a teaspoon of paprika, two cloves of garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes. As written, the entry for Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich uses 2 Italian sausage patties.

Can I make Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich is 2 slices provolone cheese, sliced, 1 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich is 2 ciabatta rolls, split. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How much protein is in Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 32 g of protein in about 580 calories, alongside 38 g carbohydrate and 32 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 1100 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein breakfast collection.

How do I store and reheat Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich?

Refrigerate what is left of Italian Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwich within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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