Ingredients:
- 8 large English Muffins (or equivalent breakfast rolls)
- 1 Tbsp (15g) Unsalted Butter, melted (optional)
- 8 slices (approx. 175g) Aged Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese
- 8 large Eggs (approx. 400g / 14 oz)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Whole Milk or Cream
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Hot Sauce (optional)
- ½ tsp (3g) Sea Salt
- ¼ tsp (1g) Black Pepper
- 8 pre-cooked Pork Sausage Patties (approx. 450g / 16 oz total) OR 16 rashers of thin-cut bacon
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F / 175°C. Line a standard half sheet pan (13x18 inches) completely with parchment paper, ensuring it comes up the sides to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, vigorously whisk the 8 eggs, milk/cream, salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using) until slightly foamy and fully incorporated.
- Bake the Eggs: Pour the egg mixture evenly onto the prepared sheet pan. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is firm to the touch.
- Cool the Eggs: Remove the pan from the oven and let the egg sheet cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Protein and Muffins: Cook the sausage patties or bacon fully, ensuring they are not greasy; pat off any excess fat. Slice and lightly toast the English muffins until golden brown to create a moisture barrier.
- Cut the Egg Patties: Once the egg sheet is cool, gently flip it onto a cutting board. Use a sharp knife or a circular biscuit cutter to cut 8 uniform portions from the egg sheet, sized similarly to the English muffin.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Establish an assembly line. Place the bottom muffin half down. Layer with the cooked protein, then the egg patty, and finish with the cheese slice (this acts as a glue). Top with the top muffin half.
- Crucial Cooling Step: Place the assembled sandwiches (unwrapped) onto a baking rack and allow them to cool completely to room temperature (approximately 60 minutes). This prevents condensation and freezer burn.
- Wrap and Freeze: Once completely cool, individually wrap each sandwich tightly first in plastic wrap or wax paper, and then again in aluminum foil. Label, date, and transfer the wrapped sandwiches to a large freezer bag or airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months.