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Copycat McDonald's Sausage Egg McMuffin Recipe

Learning how to make this Copycat McDonald's Sausage Egg McMuffin Recipe will satisfy your cravings and save you a trip to the drive-thru.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 440 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 English muffins split and toasted
  • 4 sausage patties see notes for homemade version
  • 4 large eggs
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 teaspoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Toast the English muffin halves until golden brown. Spread 1 teaspoon of butter on each bottom half.
    4 English muffins, 4 teaspoons butter
  • Cook the sausage over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked. For homemade sausage, see notes below.
    4 sausage patties
  • Lightly grease 4 egg rings and crack an egg into each ring over medium-low heat, season with salt and pepper. Break the yolks for a uniform texture if desired.
    4 large eggs, Salt and pepper
  • Add 1 tablespoon of water to the pan, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes until set.
  • Place a slice of American cheese on each bottom muffin half.
    4 slices American cheese
  • Top with a hot sausage patty, then a cooked egg. Cover with the top muffin half and serve immediately.

Notes

Homemade Sausage Patties: Mix 1 pound ground pork, ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken, with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon sage, and a pinch of garlic powder. Shape into 4 patties and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
• Meal Prep: Assemble sandwiches, wrap in foil, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 30-40 seconds before serving.
• Make It Healthier: Use whole wheat English muffins and turkey sausage.

Nutrition

Calories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 20gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 226mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 593IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 279mgIron: 2mg
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