Egg and Cheese Muffin

The Egg and Cheese Muffin is a delightful American breakfast dish that combines fluffy eggs and melted cheese nestled between a toasted English muffin. It's a quick, satisfying meal perfect for starting your day with a burst of flavor.

Ingredients

• English muffins - 2
• Large eggs - 2
• Cheddar cheese, shredded - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Optional: Sliced tomato - 2 slices
• Optional: Fresh spinach - 1 handful

Steps

1. Split the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown.
2. In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Crack the eggs into the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook to your desired doneness (sunny side up or scrambled).
4. Once the eggs are nearly done, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
5. Assemble the muffins by placing the cheesy eggs on the bottom half of each toasted English muffin.
6. If using, add sliced tomato and fresh spinach on top of the eggs.
7. Top with the other half of the English muffin and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 210 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein to start your day strong.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from eggs and optional vegetables.

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