Egg and Sausage Muffin

This Egg and Sausage Muffin is a hearty, protein-packed brunch option that combines savory sausage with a fluffy egg, all nestled in a toasted English muffin. Perfect for a satisfying start to your day, it's both delicious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• English muffins - 2
• Eggs - 2 large
• Breakfast sausage - 100 grams
• Cheddar cheese - 40 grams, shredded
• Butter - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
2. Remove the sausage from its casing and form it into two patties.
3. Cook the sausage patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
4. While the sausage is cooking, toast the English muffins in a toaster or under the broiler until golden brown.
5. In the same skillet, crack the eggs and season with salt and black pepper. Cook sunny-side up or to your desired doneness.
6. Once the eggs are cooked, place a sausage patty on the bottom half of each toasted muffin.
7. Top each sausage patty with a cooked egg and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Cover the skillet for 1-2 minutes to allow the cheese to melt slightly.
9. Finish with the top half of the muffin and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 300 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Provides essential fatty acids and vitamins from eggs and cheese.

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