Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich Recipe

Conquer those test mornings (and feed your family!) with this ridiculously cheap and easy breakfast sandwich recipe! Perfect for meal prepping, this recipe makes a dozen delicious sandwiches that are quick to microwave and grab-and-go. Save money and time with this satisfying and budget-friendly breakfast your husband will love, too!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 337.7 kcal

Protein 34g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich

Jimmy Dean Sausage
12 large eggs
American Cheese
1 dozen english muffins, split

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How to Make Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich

Brown 1 pound of breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
Drain the cooked sausage on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess grease. Let cool completely.
In a separate bowl, whisk 12 large eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until scrambled to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
Let the scrambled eggs cool completely.
Once both the sausage and eggs are completely cooled, assemble the sandwiches.
Place one bottom half of each English muffin on a plate.
Top each muffin half with an even portion of the cooled scrambled eggs and sausage.
Add one slice of cheese to each sandwich.
Top with the other half of the English muffin.
Wrap each sandwich individually in a plastic sandwich bag.
Store the assembled sandwiches in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individually in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

Fat

35g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich?

Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich?

Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich has approximately 337.7 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich?

The key ingredients for Im A Poor Student Breakfast Sandwich are Jimmy Dean Sausage, Eggs, American Cheese, English Muffins. See the full list with measurements above.