Tomato Egg Sandwich

A close up of an open faced egg sandwich.

This open-faced tomato egg sandwich is ready in less than 15 minutes and is packed with flavor. With a jammy center and melted provolone, it's hearty, delicious, and the perfect way to start the day.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Easy, quick, vegetarian

Diet Low Calorie

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 450kcal

Author Jessy Freimann

Equipment

Ingredients

1 ½ Tablespoon salted butter
2 large eggs
4 slices tomato
1 slice bread lightly toasted
2 slices provolone cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the broiler to high and line a sheet pan with foil.
Melt 1 Tablespoon butter in frying pan over medium-high heat and fry eggs until they've just reached over easy, adding salt and pepper to taste. While the eggs cook, lightly toast the bread.
On the prepared pan, butter the bread with remaining butter, stack the eggs onto the toast, followed by the tomatoes (sprinkle them with a little salt and pepper) and the provolone cheese on top.
Pop this into the oven 6 inches under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn.
Sprinkle with chopped scallions or chives and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't overcook the eggs. You want the yolk still slightly runny when going into the oven. It'll continue cooking in there, so pull them earlier than you think.
Toast your bread lightly. A light toast before assembling keeps the bread from going soggy under the eggs and tomato.
Pat your tomatoes dry. Too much moisture from the tomato can make things soggy. A quick pat with a paper towel does the trick.
Add the scallions last. That finishing touch makes a real difference. Chives work just as well if that's what you have.
Don't be afraid to mix it up. This sandwich is totally customizable, and you can easily swap the cheese, pile on extra veggies, or add meat.
Ingredients to prep ahead- Slice your tomatoes and chop your scallions or chives ahead of time to make morning assembly even faster.
Leftovers and storage- This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh. If you do have leftovers, store components separately in the fridge for up to 2 days and reassemble when ready to eat.

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