NYC Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Recreate the iconic NYC bodega egg and cheese sandwich at home in just 10 minutes. Fluffy eggs, melted American cheese, and a toasted Kaiser roll — the ultimate New York breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 Kaiser roll, split
- 2 slices yellow American cheese (deli-sliced)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Ketchup (optional)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ½ teaspoon butter and toast both halves of the Kaiser roll cut-side down until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Crack 2 eggs into a small bowl. Beat lightly with a fork. Add 1 teaspoon water, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Stir once.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat. Pour in egg mixture and let spread evenly.
- When eggs are set but still slightly wet on top (1-2 minutes), place 2 cheese slices on one half of the egg.
- Fold the plain egg half over the cheese to form a square. Cook 30-45 seconds until cheese melts.
- Slide onto bottom half of toasted roll. Add ketchup or hot sauce if desired. Top with roll.
- Optional: Wrap in parchment paper and let steam 1-2 minutes for authentic bodega texture.