HEC en rute
A delightful sandwich featuring layers of ham, egg, and cheese enveloped in a warm, toasty roll, perfect for breakfast or a hearty snack.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 roll 1 kaiser roll (or any sturdy sandwich roll), split
- 2–3 slices 2–3 slices deli ham or 1 thick slice ham steak (about 3–4 oz / 85–115 g)
- 1 large 1 large egg
- 1 slice 1 slice American cheese (or Swiss/cheddar)
- 1 tsp 1 tsp butter or a little oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: Dijon or honey mustard, hot sauce, mayo, sliced tomato Use as toppings to customize.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little butter or oil. Add ham: Deli slices: warm 30–60 seconds per side (just until lightly browned at edges). Ham steak: sear 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Split the roll and toast cut-side down in the skillet (or toaster) until golden, about 1–2 minutes.
- Lower heat to medium-low. Add a bit more butter if needed. Crack in the egg and season with salt and pepper. Cook sunny-side for 2–3 minutes, or flip for over-easy (15–30 seconds).
- Place cheese on the egg for 30–60 seconds and cover the pan briefly for faster melting.
- Assemble the sandwich: Bottom roll → egg + cheese → ham → top roll. Add mustard/hot sauce/mayo if desired.
Notes
Experiment with different types of rolls or bread, and consider adding toppings like avocado or fresh herbs for a flavor twist. Serve with a light salad or fresh tomato slices for balance.