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Recipe by James John Deren

Egg McMuffin

It is exactly as it sounds, and yes, assembly order is important!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Servings 4 servings
Category Breakfast

Ingredients

  • 4 english muffins
  • 4-8 eggs
  • 4 cheddar slices
  • 4 veggie breakfast sausage patties
  • oil
  • butter
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • kosher salt

Instructions

  1. 1 Split The Muffins Using A Fork: Split the muffins using a fork. Set aside.
  2. 2 In A Pan Large Enough For: In a pan large enough for the ramekins, add 1” of water.
  3. 3 Lightly Oil 4 Ramekins: Lightly oil 4 ramekins.
  4. 4 Crack 1 Egg Into Each Ramekin: Crack 1 egg into each ramekin (2 for a more substantial sandwich), top with salt and pepper, then gently whisk until barely mixed (or fully combine if desired).
  5. 5 Place The Ramekins In The Pot: Place the ramekins in the pot, set the heat to medium, and cover. Adjust the heat: the water should barely simmer.
  6. 6 While The Eggs Cook, Toast The: While the eggs cook, toast the muffins and then butter their insides.
  7. 7 Heat The Sausages According To Package: Heat the sausages according to package directions.
  8. 8 When The Eggs Are Fully Set: When the eggs are fully set, assemble each sandwich:
  9. 9 Bottom Muffin: bottom muffin
  10. 10 Cheese: cheese
  11. 11 Egg: egg
  12. 12 Sausage: sausage
  13. 13 Add Mayo, Hot Sauce, Or Other: add mayo, hot sauce, or other favorites here, if desired
  14. 14 Top Muffin: top muffin

Pro Tips & Delicious Variations

  • Pro tip: wrap in parchment paper and keep in the warm pan until ready to serve. This melds the flavors for an authentic McMuffin, and it's easier to eat!
  • Serve with fresh fruit to balance out the rich and salty sandwich.
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