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Preheat the oven to broil. Toast the sourdough until golden and crispy on both sides.
Melt butter in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan, cover, and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
Cook the ham slice over medium-high heat for about 1.5 minutes per side until lightly browned and slightly crispy at the edges. Set aside.
Spread butter on the toasted sourdough. Add strawberry jelly, then drizzle hot sauce over the top.
Layer the browned ham on the sourdough, followed by the fried eggs. Pile shredded cheese on top.
Place the open-face sandwich on a sheet pan and broil for 30-40 seconds, watching closely, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and just starting to turn golden.
Toss the arugula with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
Remove the sandwich from the oven and immediately pile the dressed arugula on top. Serve right away.
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The biscuit cutter trick keeps the egg whites from spreading too thin, giving you a thicker, more satisfying egg layer.
Do not skip the strawberry jelly; the sweet-spicy-salty combination is what makes this sandwich unforgettable.
For a crowd, line up sourdough slices on a large sheet pan, build assembly-line style, and broil them all at once.
Scrambled eggs also work; pile them on after the jelly and hot sauce layer.
Can I use a different type of bread?
Yes, you can use ciabatta, a thick English muffin, or a bagel instead of sourdough.
What can I substitute for ham?
You can use bacon, turkey bacon, or Canadian bacon as a substitute for ham.
Is there an alternative to strawberry jelly?
Pepper jelly or fig jam can be used instead of strawberry jelly.
Can I make this sandwich ahead of time?
It's best eaten immediately, but you can cook the eggs and ham ahead, store separately, and assemble fresh each morning.
How can I make this kid-friendly?
Skip the hot sauce and arugula for younger eaters.
