Loaded Breakfast Sandwich (Printable)

Hearty sandwich with avocado, bacon, melted cheese, and egg on toasted bread. Ready in 20 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bread & Spreads

01 - 4 slices thick-cut bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or brioche)
02 - 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil (for toasting)

→ Proteins

03 - 4 slices bacon (or turkey bacon for alternative)
04 - 2 large eggs

→ Dairy

05 - 2 slices cheddar cheese (or Swiss, American, or preferred cheese)

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
07 - 1 small tomato, sliced (optional)
08 - 1 handful baby spinach or arugula (optional)

→ Seasonings

09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5–6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
02 - Wipe the skillet and melt half the butter. Toast the bread slices until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add remaining butter if needed and fry eggs to your preference (sunny side up, over-easy, or scrambled). Season with salt and pepper.
04 - While eggs cook, layer one slice of cheese on two of the toasted bread slices so it melts slightly from the bread's heat.
05 - Top each cheese-topped slice with 2 bacon strips, sliced avocado, tomato, and spinach or arugula if using.
06 - Place a cooked egg on each stack, then crown with the remaining toasted bread slices.
07 - Serve immediately, optionally cutting in half for easier eating.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The combination of crispy, creamy, and melty textures creates this magical moment when everything squishes together perfectly with each bite.
  • You can customize it endlessly depending on what's in your fridge, making it both a recipe and a strategy for those mornings when youre too hungry to think straight.
02 -
  • Toasting only the inside faces of the bread creates the perfect balance - crusty enough to prevent sogginess but still soft and chewy on the outside for easier eating.
  • Mashing the avocado with a tiny sprinkle of salt rather than just slicing it creates a spread that stays put and seasons the sandwich from within.
03 -
  • When slicing avocados, score them in the shell first with the tip of your knife in a criss-cross pattern before scooping out with a spoon for perfectly portioned pieces without the mess.
  • Layering a piece of wax paper or parchment between your cutting board and assembled sandwich makes for easier cleanup and lets you press down gently without losing any filling.
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