Breakfast sandwich
A breakfast sandwich is a sandwich made from breakfast foods. It is usually made with some combination of eggs, cheese, and meat, such as bacon, sausage, or ham. It can also include vegetables, such as tomatoes, onions, or peppers. Breakfast sandwiches are often served on toast, a bagel, or a biscuit.
The breakfast sandwich has its origins in England, where it was known as the "muffin sandwich." The muffin sandwich was first mentioned in print in 1839, in an English cookbook called The Cook's Oracle. The recipe for the muffin sandwich included eggs, bacon, and cheese between two slices of toasted muffin.
The breakfast sandwich became popular in the United States in the late 19th century. It was introduced by vendors who sold them from carts on the streets of New York City. These vendors were known as "sandwich men." The breakfast sandwich became even more popular in the 1920s, when it was introduced by chain restaurants such as Woolworth's.
Advice
Making a breakfast sandwich can be a great way to start the day! When making a breakfast sandwich, it's important to think about the ingredients and how they will work together. Start with a high-quality bread, like a bagel or English muffin. Then layer on your favorite protein, like bacon, sausage, or egg. Add some vegetables like tomato, spinach, or avocado for additional flavor and nutrition. Finally, top it off with your favorite cheese, like cheddar or Swiss. Adding a spread like butter or mayonnaise can help to tie it all together. With just a few simple steps, you can make a delicious and satisfying breakfast sandwich.
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Recipes
Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
- salt
- black pepper
- egg
- english muffin
- cheddar cheese
- bacon
- milk
Healthyish Breakfast Sandwiches
- salt
- butter
- soy sauce
- onion
- garlic powder
- herb
- cheddar cheese
- olive oil
- green
- english muffin
- egg
Egg and Avocado Breakfast Sandwich
- salt
- salt
- lime juice
- avocado
- bell pepper
- cayenne pepper
- butter
- milk
- mango
- orange juice
- light brown sugar
- white wine vinegar
- pickled cherry pepper
- cheddar cheese
- kaiser roll
- egg
BA's Best Breakfast Sandwich
- chive
- hot sauce
- salt
- butter
- ba breakfast sausage patty
- english muffin
- egg
- american cheese
Microwave Egg Breakfast Sandwich
- everything bagel
- wedge laughing cow herb
- spinach
- tomato
- avocado
- egg white
- cholula hot sauce
- salt
Microwave Egg Breakfast Sandwich
- everything bagel
- wedge laughing cow herb
- spinach
- tomato
- avocado
- egg white
- cholula hot sauce
- salt
Filipino-Style Breakfast Sandwiches
- salt
- mayonnaise
- asado
- butter
- egg
- de sal
- queso de bola
Arepas con Huevo: Corn Cake and Egg Breakfast Sandwich
- butter
- cornmeal
- water
- salt
- black pepper
- egg
- vegetable oil
Easy Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches
- english muffin
- cheddar cheese
- egg
- bacon
Chocolate Breakfast Sandwiches
- banana
- blackberry
- strawberry
- chocolate
- butter
- italian baguette
Cheddar Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches
- cooking spray
- cheddar cheese
- buttermilk
- butter
- cheddar cheese
- cherry tomato
- garlic powder
- salt
- milk
- black pepper
- all purpose flour
- chive
- dill
- baking powder
- breakfast sausage link
- egg
Breakfast Sandwich
- garlic
- onion powder
- salt
- chive
- olive oil
- spinach
- goat cheese
- english muffin
- egg
- tomato
- avocado
- hot sauce
- microgreen
- onion
Best Ever Breakfast Sandwich
- believe it butter! spread
- egg
- tomato
- spinach
- wheat toast
Ham and Smoked Gouda Grilled Cheese Breakfast Sandwich
- arugula
- tomato
- english muffin
- egg
- butter
- ham
- smoked gouda
- olive oil
Healthy Caprese Breakfast Sandwich
- basil
- prosciutto
- mozzarella cheese
- avocado
- tomato
- dave killer bread english muffin
- egg
- balsamic glaze
- fllaxseed oil
- salt
Cheesy Egg Avocado and Ham Breakfast Sandwich
- avocado
- tomato
- butter
- english muffin
- cheddar cheese
- egg
- red pepper flake
- jones dairy farm ham
- salt
Banana Bliss Breakfast Sandwiches
- dark
- banana
- cinnamon
- believe it butter! spread
- bread
Blackstone Breakfast Sandwiches
- hot sauce
- salt
- tomato
- tube biscuit
- spinach
- egg
- bacon
- pepper jack cheese
Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
- cheddar cheese
- olive oil
- garlic powder
- salt
- egg
- milk cup
- ham
- english muffin
Baked Ham, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwiches for a Crowd
- hot sauce
- salt
- egg
- pull apart dinner roll
- butter
- green onion
- deli ham
- american cheese
Beef and Spinach Breakfast Sandwich
- salt
- spinach
- tomato
- beef
- egg
- swiss cheese
- wheat round sandwich bread
Pork Patty Breakfast Sandwich
- juice
- salt
- avocado
- piment espelette
- shallot
- panko bread crumb
- thyme
- english muffin
- butter
- spinach
- olive oil
- egg yolk
- ground pork
Power Breakfast Sandwich
- olive oil
- multigrain sandwich thin
- spinach
- onion
- sweet red
- pepper
- salt
- italian turkey sausage link
- egg
- cheddar cheese
Gluten Free Breakfast Sandwiches
- gluten english muffin
- egg
- cheddar cheese
- bacon
- nonstick spray
- salt
Scrambled Egg and Cheese Drop-Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches Recipe
- salt
- onion
- dill
- feta
- butter
- biscuit
- mozzarella cheese
- egg
Veggie Breakfast Sandwich
- butter
- egg
- red tomato
- wheat english muffin
- water
- avocado
- mayonnaise
- cheddar cheese
- salt
- hot sauce several
- arugula
- onion
Homemde English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
- heavy cream
- english muffin
- sausage
- egg
- american cheese
New Jersey-Style Pork Roll Breakfast Sandwiches
- ketchup
- butter
- egg
- english muffin
- american cheese
- pork roll
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Correlated with Lower Ratings
- tomato
Correlated with Higher Ratings
- english muffin
- butter
Staple Ingredients
- egg 57%
- salt 54%
Common Ingredients
- butter 36%
Usual Ingredients
- cheddar cheese 29%
- english muffin 29%
- tomato 29%
- avocado 25%
Rarey Ingredients
- spinach 18%