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Tomato Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich

5 from 2 votes
If you've ever pondered what would happen if you took the beloved grilled cheese sandwich and introduced it to breakfast favorites, your culinary dreams are about to come true. Introducing the Tomato Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich! An infusion of crispy grilled bread, melted cheese, fresh tomatoes, and a perfectly fried egg. Simple, delicious, and downright perfect for any meal of the day.
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Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • * 4 slices of whole grain bread
  • * 4 large eggs
  • * 2 ripe tomatoes thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch each)
  • * 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded (240ml in metric)
  • * 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 15ml
  • * Salt and pepper to taste
  • * A sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

  1. Start by heating a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. While the skillet heats, butter one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Place two slices of bread, butter side down, onto the skillet.
  4. On each slice, sprinkle an even amount of cheddar cheese. This will be the gooey base for your Tomato Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
  5. Lay tomato slices evenly over the cheese. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Crack the eggs into a bowl, then carefully pour one onto each slice of bread, over the tomatoes. Season again with a bit of salt and pepper.
  7. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  8. Place the other slices of bread on top, butter side up.
  9. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  10. Once cooked, remove from skillet, slice in half, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Voila, your Tomato Egg Grilled Cheese Sandwich is ready to be devoured!

Notes

1. For an even melt, use cheese that's been brought to room temperature.
2. Always use ripe tomatoes; they'll offer a juicier and richer flavor to your sandwich.
3. If you prefer your egg to be over-easy or over-hard, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
4. Keep a watchful eye while grilling, as bread can go from golden to burnt in a jiffy.