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Fried Egg Sandwich

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Update 5/17: Contest is now closed.

Sometimes it’s hard to get started. Like today. All week I planned to share a fried egg sandwich and now the day is here and I am at my desk, hands poised on the keyboard, struggling for words. So, I’ll follow advice from Hemingway and start with one true sentence:

The nice folks at Wolf Gourmet sent me a toaster.

a photo of a wolf gourmet toaster with bread, eggs, and bacon

A Fried Egg Sandwich

And the toaster is beautiful, if such a thing is possible. Before it arrived, I didn’t give much thought to my old toaster. It had two slots and a dial on the front to set the toasting level. Which boiled down to two settings: barely golden or on the edge of burnt. Sometimes I used a dinner knife to retrieve my toast because as soon as it emerged it would retreat back into the toaster like it was too tired to hold itself up long enough for me to pluck it out. I didn’t think much about any of this until my new toaster arrived.

I’m a sucker for red knobs and my new toaster has two. Each controls the level of “toastiness” for two slices of bread each, the thickness of which doesn’t matter because the slots are extra wide. Slot-size was another thing I didn’t think about with my old toaster. I can welcome thick-sliced bagels into my life now. They’ll fit in this new toaster.

two fried egg sandwiches stacked on a white plate

And so I made a fried egg sandwich with toasted bread, creamy herbed mayo, and crispy bacon. I popped two slices of bread in the toaster set to level “5”. I melted some butter in a pan and once it was hot and frothy, I slid an egg in and watched the edges turn white on contact with the hot butter. The egg snapped and bubbled for a few minutes until I flipped it, careful to not break the yolk, and cooked it a minute or so more. I pressed gently on the yolk, it was encased in a thin layer of white, and it jiggled with a delicate resistance. I transferred the egg to a cutting board and let it rest for a minute. The yolk firmed up enough to hold its shape, like a small water balloon.

Meanwhile, my new toaster was set to “warm”, a feature my old toaster didn’t have. My old toaster waited for no one, once the bread was toasted its work was done leaving the toast to go cold while I finished the eggs. This new toaster has a thoughtful warming feature. It understands that breakfast is not always well timed.

I slathered herbed mayonnaise on the two pieces of toast. A pile of spinach – the leaves stacked, rolled, and sliced into ribbons – followed by mayo. I placed the egg on the bed of spinach with slices of bacon on top. Another piece of toast finished the sandwich.

Holding my breath, I sliced the sandwich in half. As I pulled the slices apart a dribble of thick, golden yolk made its way toward the plate.

two halves of a fried egg sandwich stacked on a white plate with a toaster in the background

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Fried Egg Sandwich

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4.6 from 8 reviews

  • Author: April @ Girl Gone Gourmet
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
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Description

A fried egg sandwich on toasted bread with bacon is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 1 slice thick-cut bacon
  • 1/2 tablespoon butter
  • 2 slices country white bread
  • 1 egg
  • salt & pepper
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
  • 6–8 baby spinach leaves, rolled together and sliced into ribbons

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a small frying pan until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Wipe the the pan to remove the fat, and melt a 1/2 tablespoon of  butter in the pan over medium low heat. While the butter is melting, pop the bread in the toaster to toast.
  2. Once the butter is melted, add an egg to the pan. Cook the egg for a couple of minutes until the whites are mostly cooked through and opaque. Top the egg with a pinch of salt and pepper. Flip the egg over and cook it another minute or so until the white is cooked through. Transfer the egg to a cutting board or plate and let it sit while you prepare the sandwich.
  3. Mix the dill with the mayo and spread it on each slice of toast. Pile the spinach on one slice of toast. Place the egg on top. Top the egg with the bacon and the other piece of toast. Slice and serve.
  • Category: Burgers & Sandwiches
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 593

Keywords: fried egg sandwich

 **** The Contest Is Closed****

Congratulations to the winner – Amy H.!

Wolf Gourmet Four Slice Toaster Giveaway

Regular readers know that Wolf Gourmet shares the love, so today I’m excited to give everyone a chance to win a four slice toaster with classic red knobs. Who knew there was so much to appreciate – toast has reached an all new level. Learn more about the features and then read on to enter the contest…
How to Enter:
It’s simple. Leave a comment and let me know what you’ll toast in your new toaster – frozen waffles served with vanilla ice cream on top (<– no shame), or everything bagels with cream cheese and lox? Maybe some avocado toast or strawberry toast? Let me know and your comment earns you a chance to win.
Contest Details:
Contest closes at 11:59 PM EST Tuesday, May 16 , 2017. One entry per person, please! Comments are moderated, so don’t worry if it doesn’t publish right away, but please be aware that duplicate comments will be deleted.
Giveaway Terms & Conditions:

Open to anyone 18 years or older in the 50 United States with a valid US mailing address (no PO boxes). The winner will be randomly selected (via random number generator) on May 17th, 2017 and notified via email, so please be sure to include a valid email address. The winner will have 24 hours to respond and confirm their shipping address otherwise, a new winner will be randomly selected. Stay tuned… winner will be announced  next week.

Happy Friday 🙂

This post was originally posted in 2010. The photos, text, and recipe have all been updated. 

Comments

  3. Arny says

    My favorite isnt that tanatalizing…Just a toasted all grain english muffin, and while that is working, heat up some santa fe smoked turkey, place it on the toasted muffin, add some grueyer, and some great hatch green chile….

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  6. Pamela Osley says

    I love toast! I love jam! My big thrill this weekend was going to the opening of the local farmer’s market and picking up a loaf (yes, loaf!) of English muffin bread and a jar of blackberry jam (with seeds). So great with a fresh cup of coffee!

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  7. grace says

    just my plain ol’ sandwich bread, which i toast every morning to make my lunch. boring but so important to a good sandwich. 🙂

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  9. Leslie-Penny Green says

    I would toast large slices of Sour Dough bread, with a homemade burger, bacon, and blue cheese.

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  10. Stephanie says

    I would get some of those cooking bags that can be used in a toaster then the Camper and I would hit the road.

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  11. Gavin says

    I always have homemade waffles in the freezer, not much for the cardboard variety they sell at the market. I would heat up one and top it with caramelized bananas, walnuts and pure maple syrup!

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    • April says

      I need a waffle maker – love the idea of having homemade ones in the freezer 🙂 I have to admit I usually have the cardboard variety on hand – a scoop of ice cream on one goes a long way to improve it 🙂

      Reply

  12. DENISE HOOKER says

    That is a beautiful toaster! And I love your fried egg sandwich pics. They’re making me so hungry. I’d definitely make avocado toast and would also like to try sweet potato toast. Thanks for the opportunity!

    ★★★★★

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  13. Bridget says

    ok first of all YUM this sandwich looks awesome and #2 i would make club sandwiches, and am stealing your herbed mayo and using on my club!

    ★★★★★

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  14. Mary says

    This recipe sounds very good! I love almost anything on a nice piece of rye toast, everything bagel or English muffin. I do think my 1st sandwich using this gorgeous toaster would be rye with mayo & liverwurst and thin red onions…like the german deli makes…yummy!

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  15. Michele Cupp says

    I will be making a toasted everything bagel sandwich with cream cheese and chives, topped with ham and egg.

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  17. cheryl larimer says

    I’m feeling like a little comfort food today. I would toast some good old white bread; butter lightly and smother in creamed eggs….then back for seconds.

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  20. MaryB says

    First thing would be my whole grain toast for avocado toast. Second would be angel food cake slices for angel s’mores.

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  21. Shannon says

    Know this doesn’t sound too creative but I would make toast. my husband and I eat a piece each morning with peanut butter. Hey gotta have a quick go to!

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    • April says

      I made my first grilled pimento cheese sandwich last week – it was amazing. Love the fried green tomato idea – sounds delicious!

      Reply

  25. Helen says

    It’s been so long since I had toast I’d start by making plain, well brown, crispy toast on thick sliced bread with butter and strawberry preserves.

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  27. Renee says

    If you saw my toaster, you would know that I need this. And this will match my Wolf range perfectly (red knobs and all)!! Honestly, now that you’ve tempted with this, if I don’t win, I’m pretty sure I’ll go buy one, because you’ve got me drooling for the toaster and the egg sandwich!

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  29. Bobby says

    The Fried Egg Sandwich looks great! We’ll be using the Wolf Toaster for English Muffins to make Breakfast Sandwiches!

    ★★★★★

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  30. Rick says

    Hi April,
    Thank you for the opportunity to win this beautiful toaster and thank you for your very inspiring site!
    I would toast 2 pieces of my day old, homemade sourdough bread. Top the slices with a bit of dijonaise, followed by some fresh spinach, sliced, grilled chicken breast, a couple slices of bacon and some thin slices of fresh mango to form my go to sandwich! Thanks again, Rick

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  31. Amy H says

    I’d toast up some homemade whole wheat toast and smother it with peanut butter and cut up bananas! So yummy!

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  34. Starla says

    Yum! This looks and sounds perfect! I would definitely use a loaded mashed potato batter that i make into a waffle type consistency.I will then top them with butter,sour cream, fresh bacon pieces and chives. They are a great brunch idea. I also love to add a fried egg or avocado when available! Totally not gut friendly, though lol

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    • April says

      Loaded mashed potato waffles?! Love that idea – and, if it’s the weekend, the calories don’t count 🙂

      Reply

  35. naomi winkel says

    We love to eat peanut butter on our toast with honey on the peanut butter. My son eats a lot of toast each day.

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  37. John Bengtson says

    Toaster? The bread will be homemade sweet rye with ample butter put on those 2 slabs when it’s toasted. The bottom will start with a thinnest slice of strong, raw onion. That will be followed by a good smear of homemade smoked trout spread. One nice leaf of lettuce will finish it. Put the well buttered top on.

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  38. Lisa says

    We take toast seriously in our house. My dad who will be 90 this year likes everything well-done. I mean Crunchy. My mom on the other hand likes an English muffin just barely toasted with fresh jam. I have the privilege of caring for them both. Next month marks their 69th wedding anniversary. I hope I’m making toast, toasting waffles or English muffins for years to come.Lisa

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  40. Keri justice says

    We’re big bagel fans in my house! We love everything bagels with cream cheese. Thanks for the chance.

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  48. Epicurette says

    I want this to be served at every brunch restaurant in NY. Fried egg sandwiches are the best hangover food of all time.

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  52. marla (Family Fresh Cooking) says

    Gorgeous photos!! I am lovin’ you bloggy. Your ideas are simple (which I love) with a fresh take and great energy! Thrilled that I found u!!

    Reply

  59. Cookin' Canuck says

    This is one of my favorite comfort sandwiches, though love your variation of adding thyme to the mayo. My dad used to make a similar sandwich when I was kid and now I make it for my boys. Delicious!

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