This classic country-style breakfast plate is the kind of meal that instantly brings comfort and satisfaction, combining all the best morning favorites on one hearty plate. What makes this breakfast so special is the balance of textures and flavors: soft, fluffy scrambled eggs seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, crispy bacon with smoky depth, a well-seared sausage patty that’s juicy on the inside, and golden breakfast potatoes roasted with bell peppers for a savory bite. The warm cornbread muffin in the center adds a slightly sweet, buttery contrast, especially when paired with a spoonful of fruity jam on the side.
This is the type of breakfast you’d expect at a cozy diner or a Sunday family brunch, but it’s surprisingly easy to make at home. Each component is simple on its own, yet together they create a full, satisfying meal that keeps you energized for hours. The potatoes are lightly crispy on the outside and tender inside, seasoned just enough to complement the richer meats. The eggs are cooked low and slow so they stay creamy and soft rather than dry. The bacon adds crunch and saltiness, while the sausage patty brings that bold, savory flavor that ties everything together.
The cornbread muffin is the finishing touch, offering warmth and comfort with every bite. Whether you enjoy it plain, with butter, or dipped into jam, it rounds out the plate beautifully. This breakfast is perfect for weekends, special mornings, or anytime you want to treat yourself or your family to a filling, homemade meal that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scrambled eggs:
4 large eggs
2 tbsp milk or cream
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tbsp butter
Breakfast meats:
4 slices bacon
2 sausage patties
Breakfast potatoes:
2 medium potatoes, diced
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cornbread muffin:
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
¼ cup sugar
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 egg
¼ cup melted butter
Extras
Strawberry or mixed fruit jam
Instructions
Start by baking the cornbread. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix dry ingredients, then whisk in milk, egg, and melted butter. Pour into greased muffin tin and bake 18–22 minutes until golden.
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, cook sausage patties until browned and fully cooked.
For potatoes, heat olive oil in a skillet, add potatoes and peppers, season, and cook until golden and tender.
Whisk eggs with milk, salt, and pepper. Melt butter in a pan over low heat, add eggs, and gently stir until soft and creamy.
Assemble everything on a plate with jam on the side and serve hot.