Turkey Bacon and Egg Sourdough Sandwich
A savory, protein-packed breakfast featuring crispy turkey bacon, melted Swiss cheese, and eggs on toasted sourdough. It offers a delicious and stabilizing start to your day.
Prep
2 min
Cook
8 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
2 min
Cook
8 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Sheet pan · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
You can bake a whole package of turkey bacon on a sheet pan at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes, then store it in the fridge to make assembly even faster on busy mornings.
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Instructions
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Next: Toast the whole grain sourdough bread to…
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Toast the whole grain sourdough bread to…
Toast the whole grain sourdough bread to your desired crispness.
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Cook the turkey bacon until crispy
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Look for: crispy
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Lightly coat the same skillet with a…
Lightly coat the same skillet with a dab of butter or a splash of olive oil. Cook the eggs to your preference (fried or scrambled work perfectly), seasoning lightly with salt and black pepper.
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During the last minute of cooking the…
During the last minute of cooking the eggs, place the Swiss cheese over the top so it melts.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Assemble the sandwich by layering the cheesy…
Assemble the sandwich by layering the cheesy eggs and crispy turkey bacon between the toasted sourdough slices.
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