Take the ingredients out and plug in the device.
When the light is red, it hasn't heated up yet. Once the green light flicks on, you can start adding your ingredients. All the parts are hot, so be careful with where you touch.
Once the light turns green, add the first layer of bread and cheese.
Once the light turns green, add the bottom of your sandwich (English Muffins work well because they're exactly the right size) and cheese. Then flip the next level of the machine down so you can add your egg and the top muffin.
If you're going to add pre-cooked meat or veggies, drop it on top of the cheese here.
Add the egg and top piece of bread to the next layer.
On the next level, you'll pour in your egg. If you're not going to whisk it, you should plan to pour the egg in and break the yoke. Directly on top of the egg, add the top muffin. Some warning bells may go off when placing bread on top of raw egg, but the breakfast sandwich maker cooks it through completely.
Set a timer for four-five minutes (depending on preference). I went with four and a half.
Slide the middle ring out so the top and bottom mesh together.
After four-five minutes, slide the middle ring out that cooks the egg so the top and bottom meld together.
Once your sandwich is made, slide out the middle section to clean with warm, soapy water or the top rack of the dishwasher. It's non-stick so cleaning up shouldn't take more than a couple minutes.
Pop out the sandwich, add condiments, and enjoy.
In four minutes, you have a perfectly cooked egg and cheese sandwich: crispy top, fluffy egg, and melted cheese. If you'd like to add meat, just make sure that it is pre-cooked — the sandwich maker isn't going to cook raw ham or bacon for you.
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