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Egg McMuffin
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Grease 4 round ramekins with cooing spray and place on a cookie sheet. Crack one egg into each ramekin.
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Sprinkle each egg with a pinch of salt and lightly beat just so yolk is broken.
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Bake the eggs for 12-15 minutes, until set and cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside.
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Run a knife along the edges of each egg to remove them if needed.
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Place an english muffin half in front of you, top with 1 slice of cheese, 1 slice of ham, and 1 egg, then top with the other english muffin half.
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Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 4 sandwiches.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast English Muffins Butter-Side Down 🧈Butter the cut sides of the muffins and toast them face-down in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to create a golden, crispy exterior that won't get soggy from toppings.
- Warm Your Cheese for Better Melting 🧀Place the cheddar cheese slice on the warm ham immediately after toasting the muffin so residual heat melts it perfectly without requiring additional cooking steps.
- Cook Eggs in Clarified Butter for Superior Flavor 🥚Use clarified butter (ghee) instead of regular butter or oil when cooking your eggs—it has a higher smoke point and adds a rich, nutty flavor that elevates the entire sandwich.
- Season Eggs Just Before Cooking ⏱️Apply kosher salt and black pepper to eggs only seconds before they hit the pan to prevent the salt from breaking down the proteins and creating a rubbery texture.
- Use Deli Ham at Room Temperature 🌡️Remove ham from the refrigerator 10 minutes before assembly so it warms naturally and flavors distribute evenly throughout the sandwich rather than being cold and dense.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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