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Now, back to the real reason behind my marathon sandwich-making session. With two kiddos to wrangle and school runs to orchestrate, I was on a mission to find a breakfast solution that would help streamline our mornings. These sandwiches offer a multitude of perks that make them a real game-changer:
Time-Saver Extraordinaire: Crafting these sandwiches in advance means I've effectively erased the need to cook up a morning feast from scratch. Just a quick warm-up, and voilà – a hearty meal is ready to roll.
Nutrition, No Compromises: Every sandwich is a balanced blend of eggs, cheese, and protein-packed goodness from the meat, snugly nestled within an English muffin. It's a one-stop meal that powers our kids through their bustling school days.
Catered to Tastes: Whether the little ones lean toward bacon, sausage, ham, or even a veggie twist, these sandwiches cater to all palates and preferences.
Elevated Morning Calm: With breakfast checked off the list, a hefty chunk of my morning stress dissipates. I can focus on getting the kids ready without the breakfast hustle.
Golden Family Moments: Thanks to the breakfast time I've clawed back, we can luxuriate in a few extra minutes as a family – a serene start to our day.
Crafting with Love
Sure, whipping up 60 sandwiches might sound like a mini-marathon in the kitchen, but it's truly a labor of love. Witnessing my family relish a hearty breakfast without the usual morning hustle is worth every second spent assembling these sandwiches. Even my husband's clandestine sandwich pilfering is a testament to their delectability!
So, as the school bell chimes and our mornings adopt a more structured rhythm, I'm equipped with a battalion of freezer-friendly breakfast sandwiches – my secret weapon for mastering the morning chaos with a grin. After all, when you've got a satisfying breakfast stashed in the freezer, you're armed to tackle whatever the day throws your way. Stay tuned, because the recipe for these magical make-ahead breakfast sandwiches is just around the corner, and I'm certain they'll become a staple in your household as well!
Make Ahead Breakfast Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
12 English muffins
12 slices of cooked bacon, sausage patties, ham, or Canadian bacon
12 slices of cheddar cheese or your preferred cheese
12 eggs
2 tablespoons of milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9x13" pan.
2. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper; pour into pan. Bake 18-22 mins.
3. Cool, then cut into 12 squares.
4. Assemble: Egg, cheese, meat between English muffin halves.
For immediate consumption, bake at 350°F (177°C) until cheese melts.
To freeze, wrap each sandwich, store in freezer-safe bag for up to 1-2 months.
To reheat, thaw in fridge, then microwave wrapped sandwich on defrost for 40 sec - 1 min, flip, microwave 10-30 sec; or bake at 350°F (177°C) for 10-15 mins or use toaster oven.
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