There are mornings when you know you have a long day ahead of you – meetings without breaks, the field or training right after work. On those days, coffee is not enough. You need a breakfast that will keep you full, with steady energy and a clear head. A breakfast that is quick to make, but lasts a long time.
This whole-wheat bread and egg sandwich, with cheese and a little quality cured meat, provides just that – a combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates that provides a gradual release of energy and a feeling of satiety.
How to make it
Take two slices of wholemeal bread, preferably yesterday's - it is firmer and absorbs the mixture better.
Beat two eggs with a fork, add a little milk and mix everything well. Dip the slices of bread into the mixture so that they absorb the eggs on both sides.
Place the bread on a hot pan that has been lightly buttered and then on the other side to fry. The goal is a golden, slightly crispy crust on the outside and a soft, juicy center on the inside.
While the bread is baking, cut three slices of mozzarella or another cheese of your choice, as well as a dozen pieces of homemade sausage, prosciutto, or bacon. Place the cured meat briefly in the pan – just long enough to get fragrant and slightly warm.
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Place the cheese on one of the slices while it's still on the pan. The heat from the bread will start to melt it slightly. Arrange the cured meats over the cheese to keep the heat in from above. Then add a handful of fresh arugula, which will add freshness and a slight bitterness.
Place another slice of bread on top – as if making a sandwich – and press down lightly. Serve immediately, while the cheese is still creamy and stretchy.
What to combine it with?
Our suggestion is a glass of Greek yogurt or sour milk. If you have the opportunity to get some homemade, even better – the natural fermentation further contributes to digestion and a feeling of satiety.
You have a day full of obligations, but also opportunities. When you start your morning with a breakfast like this, you give your body everything it needs to keep up the pace. And that's the best investment in your own success.
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