Cottage Cheese, Egg, and Cheddar Brioche Sandwich
A savory, high-protein breakfast sandwich with fried eggs, creamy low-fat cottage cheese, sharp aged cheddar, and juicy tomato on a toasted brioche bun. Quick to assemble and packed with satisfying vegetarian protein.
Prep
3 min
Cook
5 min
Total
8 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Heather + Lila
Heather created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier 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.
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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.
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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.
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Setup
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Prep
3 min
Cook
5 min
Total
8 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat…
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat…
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat at 350°F (175°C).
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Crack two eggs into the heated pan…
Crack two eggs into the heated pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the egg whites are completely opaque and set, with yolks remaining slightly soft.
Look for: the egg whites are completely opaque and set, with yolks remaining slightly soft
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Place the slice of aged cheddar cheese…
Place the slice of aged cheddar cheese directly over the warm eggs during the last minute of cooking so it melts gently.
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Toast the brioche bun halves in a…
Toast the brioche bun halves in a separate toaster or skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until light golden brown.
Look for: light golden brown
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Spread the low-fat cottage cheese evenly over…
Spread the low-fat cottage cheese evenly over the bottom toasted bun half.
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Layer the tomato slices over the cottage…
Layer the tomato slices over the cottage cheese spread, top with the warm cheesy fried eggs, and close with the top bun half. Serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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