Egg McMuffin Recipe

American · Main course · 15 min total

A homemade version of the classic fast-food breakfast sandwich featuring a perfectly round egg, Canadian bacon, and melted cheese on a toasted English muffin.

Ingredients

• 1 English muffin, split and toasted
• 1 large egg
• 1 slice Canadian bacon
• 1 slice American cheese
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Toast the English muffin halves until golden. Spread butter on each half.
2. In a small nonstick skillet or on a griddle, cook the Canadian bacon over medium heat until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Using a round egg ring or a mason jar ring lightly greased with butter, place it in the skillet over medium-low heat. Crack the egg into the ring. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until the white is set but the yolk is still runny, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the ring carefully.
4. If desired, flip the egg and cook for another 30 seconds for a firmer yolk.
5. Assemble the sandwich: Place the cooked Canadian bacon on the bottom half of the English muffin. Top with the egg, then the slice of cheese. Place the top half of the muffin on the cheese.
6. Microwave the assembled sandwich for 10-15 seconds to melt the cheese, or place under a broiler for 30 seconds.

Tips

• For a perfect round egg, use a greased egg ring or a clean tuna can with both ends removed.
• You can substitute Canadian bacon with ham or crispy bacon.
• To make ahead, assemble the sandwich and wrap in foil; reheat in a toaster oven or microwave.

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