Make-Ahead Turkey Sausage Breakfast Sandwiches with Baked Eggs
These hearty breakfast sandwiches feature homemade turkey sausage patties seasoned with sage, marjoram, and fennel paired with fluffy baked egg rounds and melted American cheese on English muffins. Perfect for busy mornings, they can be assembled and frozen for up to three months, then heated directly from frozen in just 15 minutes. The turkey sausage is lean yet flavorful, while the baked egg method creates perfectly round, uniform patties that fit the muffins perfectly. Great for meal prep, feeding a crowd, or having quick breakfast options ready anytime.
Ingredients
- 12 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ pounds ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon sage, minced
- 2 teaspoons marjoram, minced
- 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, cracked
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 6 slices American cheese
- 6 English muffins, splitbagels1:1
Denser texture, larger size
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F
- 2
Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and pour in beaten eggs
- 3
Bake eggs for 20 to 25 minutes or until set, remove from oven and cool
- 4
Using a 4 inch circle cutter, cut out 6 egg rounds and set aside
- 5
Place all turkey sausage ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix together until completely combined
- 6
Divide mixture into 6 balls and flatten each ball into 4 inch wide patties, about 1/2 inch thick
- 7
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon oil, swirl to cover
- 8
Add half of the patties to skillet and sear on each side for 3 to 4 minutes
- 9
Lower heat to medium and continue to cook until patties have cooked through, another 3 to 4 minutes
- 10
Transfer patties to a plate and set aside
- 11
Pour remaining tablespoon of oil into the skillet and raise heat back to medium-high
- 12
Add remaining patties and repeat cooking process
- 13
Transfer remaining cooked patties to plate with other turkey patties and cool
- 14
Once egg rounds and sausage patties are completely cooled, assemble sandwiches by placing a sausage patty on each split English muffin bottom
- 15
Top with an egg round, followed by a slice of cheese and the English muffin top
- 16
Transfer assembled sandwiches to a gallon-sized resealable bag, remove air and seal
- 17
Place bag in freezer for up to 3 months
- 18
To serve, preheat oven to 375 degrees F
- 19
Remove frozen sandwiches from bag and transfer to a baking sheet, 1 inch apart
- 20
Toast sandwiches for 12 to 15 minutes or until heated through and cheese has melted
Tips
Use a 4-inch round cookie cutter or clean tuna can to cut perfect egg circles that match your English muffin size.
Let both the egg rounds and sausage patties cool completely before assembling to prevent cheese from melting during storage.
Remove as much air as possible from freezer bags to prevent freezer burn and maintain quality for the full 3 months.
Good to Know
Freeze assembled sandwiches in airtight bags for up to 3 months. Keep frozen until ready to reheat.
Can be assembled completely and frozen up to 3 months in advance. No thawing required before reheating.
Reheat directly from frozen in 375 degree F oven for 12-15 minutes until heated through and cheese melts.
Common Mistakes
Don't assemble sandwiches while components are still warm or cheese will melt during storage
Remove all air from freezer bags to prevent freezer burn and maintain quality
Substitutions
Denser texture, larger size
FAQ
Can I make these without freezing?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate for up to 2 days, then reheat in 350 degree F oven for 8-10 minutes until warmed through.
What if I don't have a 4-inch circle cutter?
Use a clean empty tuna can or large round cookie cutter. You can also cut squares with a knife, though they won't fit as perfectly.
How long do these keep in the freezer?
Properly stored in airtight bags with air removed, these sandwiches maintain quality for up to 3 months in the freezer.