Bagel Sandwiches 3 Ways

Ingredients

• 3 pieces Bagels (plain or your favorite flavor, sliced in half)
• 6 slices Bacon Strips (thick‑cut, cooked until crispy)
• 1 piece Large Egg (room temperature)
• 2 slices American Cheese (one slice per bacon & egg bagel)
• 2 teaspoons Butter (softened, for spreading on bagels)
• 1 spray Non‑Stick Cooking Spray (for the frying pan)
• 3 oz Smoked Salmon (thinly sliced, fully cooked deli style)
• 3 tablespoons Cream Cheese (softened, spread on both sides of bagel)
• 1 teaspoon Capers (drained)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Parsley (chopped; can use dried chives)
• 1 medium Tomato (sliced)
• 1 small Red Onion (thinly sliced; milder than yellow onion)
• 3 oz Deli Roasted Turkey (sliced)
• 2 leaves Green Leaf Lettuce (washed and dried)
• 1 teaspoon Mayonnaise (optional, for extra moisture)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the bacon.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 350°F

2. Bake Bacon

   Lay 6 bacon strips on an aluminum‑lined baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until crisp.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 350°F

3. Drain Bacon

   Transfer the cooked bacon to paper towels and pat dry to remove excess fat.

   Time: PT1M

4. Whisk Egg

   Crack one large egg into a mixing bowl and whisk until the whites and yolk are fully combined.

   Time: PT2M

5. Heat Frying Pan

   Spray the frying pan with non‑stick cooking spray and place over medium heat.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

6. Cook Egg “Bagel”

   Pour the whisked egg into the pan, quickly shape it into a round bagel shape, add 1 teaspoon of water, and cover with a lid for 30 seconds. No flipping required.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: medium

7. Remove Egg

   Slide the cooked egg onto a plate and set aside.

   Time: PT1M

8. Toast Bagels

   Toast all three bagels (or halves) until golden brown, about 2 minutes.

   Time: PT2M

9. Assemble Bacon & Egg Bagel

   Spread a thin layer of butter on the bottom half, place a slice of American cheese, the steamed egg, and two strips of crispy bacon. Top with the other bagel half.

   Time: PT2M

10. Prep Smoked Salmon Bagel Ingredients

    Thinly slice the tomato and red onion; set aside.

    Time: PT5M

11. Assemble Smoked Salmon Bagel

    Spread cream cheese on both sides of a toasted bagel half. Sprinkle capers and chopped parsley on the cream cheese, then layer smoked salmon, red onion rings, and tomato slices. Close with the top half.

    Time: PT5M

12. Optional Toast for Smoked Salmon Bagel

    If desired, give the assembled bagel a quick 2‑minute toast to warm the salmon slightly.

    Time: PT2M

13. Prep Turkey Club Bagel Ingredients

    Slice the cheese (if not pre‑sliced), lettuce, and tomato for the turkey club.

    Time: PT3M

14. Assemble Turkey Club Bagel

    Butter the toasted bagel (optional), spread a thin layer of mayonnaise if using, then layer roasted turkey, a slice of cheese, two strips of the previously cooked bacon, lettuce, and tomato. Top with the other bagel half.

    Time: PT3M

15. Serve

    Arrange the three finished bagels on a plate and enjoy immediately or store for later.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

420

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

15g

Fiber

3g