– Better than McDonald’s! That’s what my carnivore hubby said when I made these breakfast biscuit sandwiches, and I have to agree. Just like when I make most things at home, I make a carnivore and a vegetarian version. This is just another example of how we make our mixed diet work without compromising anything, even our cravings for fast food.
Not only do these taste better than a greasy fast food biscuit, but they also have a lot fewer calories. Maybe you can even have two. Maybe. In any case, they are great to make and take to the farmer’s market (where you can get some fresh veggies to counterbalance this breakfast indulgence) on these beautiful summer mornings. And they are better than McDonald’s. Just ask my carnivore.
Here’s how I do it:
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- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings
Description
These breakfast biscuit sandwiches offer a homemade alternative to fast food, with options for both carnivores and vegetarians, ensuring everyone can enjoy a delicious and satisfying start to the day.
Ingredients
- 1 can of buttermilk biscuits
- A few slices of hardwood smoked bacon
- A few slices of fake/soy bacon
- 2 organic free-range vegetarian fed eggs
- 2 slices of cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and bake the buttermilk biscuits according to the package directions. Alternatively, you can make your own biscuits from scratch if you prefer.
- While the biscuits are baking, cook the hardwood smoked bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, cook the fake/soy bacon according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes per side until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, fry the eggs to your liking. For a classic breakfast sandwich, cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny, about 3-4 minutes.
- Once the biscuits are done, split them open and place a slice of cheddar cheese on the bottom half of each biscuit.
- Layer the bacon (or fake bacon) and a fried egg on top of the cheese.
- Top with the other half of the biscuit and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can customize these sandwiches by using different types of cheese or adding fresh vegetables like spinach or tomatoes.
- These sandwiches are perfect for a quick breakfast on the go or a leisurely morning at home.
- If you prefer, make your own biscuits from scratch for an even more homemade touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 150
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make both a meat and vegetarian version at the same time?
I run both simultaneously: cook a few slices of hardwood smoked bacon in one pan and the soy/fake bacon in another, then assemble each sandwich separately on split buttermilk biscuits with cheddar and a fried egg. This is how my carnivore husband and I make our mixed diet work without either of us compromising.
Can I make the biscuits from scratch instead of using canned?
Yes — homemade biscuits add an even more homemade touch. If you go the canned route, just bake the buttermilk biscuits according to package directions.
I agree, the one with avocado looks great. Home made is always better!
Wow that avocado and bacon one looks amazing….