By This Breakfast Grilled Cheese balances hearty flavor with a straightforward process, so you get a reliable, delicious result every time.
Breakfast Grilled Cheese captures the essence of breads & pastries while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Breakfast Grilled Cheese becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
½ pound ground breakfast sausage
6 large eggs, beaten
8 slices Colby-Jack cheese
4 tablespoons soft butter, divided
8 slices sourdough bread
PREPARATION STEPS
1
In a large non-stick skillet, cook and crumble the ground breakfast sausage until no longer pink
Transfer the cooked sausage to a medium paper towel-lined mixing bowl and set aside
Wipe out the pan with a paper towel.
2
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat
Pour the beaten eggs into the pan
Once the eggs begin to set, gently stir to make scrambled eggs, cooking until the liquid is almost gone
Remove the pan from the heat.
3
Remove the paper towel from under the sausage, leaving the sausage in the bowl
Add the scrambled eggs to the bowl with the sausage and gently stir to combine
Wipe the skillet with a paper towel and heat it over medium heat.
Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place one slice of bread into the skillet, butter side down.
5
Top the bread slice with one slice of Colby-Jack cheese
Scoop about 1/2-cup of the sausage-egg mixture over the top of the cheese
Top the sausage-egg mixture with another slice of cheese, then another slice of buttered bread with the butter side facing up.
Cook the sandwich until it begins to turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich over and cook until golden brown on the second side.
Remove the sandwich to a cutting board and cut it in half, if desired.
Repeat the process with the remaining bread, cheese, and sausage-egg mixture.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Breakfast Grilled Cheese!
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 25 min | Cook: 25 min | Total: 50 min | Servings: 10 | Calories: ~260 kcal | Difficulty: Medium
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Green salad; Roasted vegetables; Rice or bread
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
