Breakfast Grilled Cheese with Soft Scrambled Eggs and Pesto Recipe
A delicious and quick breakfast grilled cheese sandwich featuring soft scrambled eggs, a blend of sharp cheddar and creamy havarti or fontina cheeses, and vibrant basil pesto, all grilled to golden perfection and topped with fresh chives and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance of savory and sweet.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Eggs and Seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Butter and Bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
- 4 slices sourdough bread
Cheese and Pesto
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded havarti or fontina cheese
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped chives
- Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs and a pinch of kosher salt until well combined.
- Cook Soft Scrambled Eggs: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in the eggs and cook undisturbed until a thin layer sets around the edge. Using a rubber spatula, gently push and fold the eggs around the skillet until they are fluffy and barely set, approximately 2 minutes. Remove immediately from heat and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread butter on the outside of each bread slice. On half of the slices, evenly layer shredded sharp cheddar, shredded havarti or fontina, the soft scrambled eggs, and basil pesto. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Heat the skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwiches one at a time in the skillet and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove sandwiches from the skillet and top with fresh chopped chives and a drizzle of honey. Optionally, add a pinch of sea salt before serving. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Using softened butter makes spreading easier and ensures even browning.
- For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your preference.
- Havarti or fontina cheese can be substituted with your favorite melting cheese.
- Honey adds a subtle sweetness that pairs wonderfully with the savory elements of this sandwich.
- Serve the sandwiches hot for the best melty cheese texture and fresh flavor.
