This comparison explores five distinct approaches to a high-protein breakfast, ranging from efficient meal-prep burritos to a multi-day artisanal bacon project. While Chef Jack Ovens focuses on lean beef and spices for a healthy wrap, Fallow delivers a restaurant-quality Full English with technical hash browns and black pudding. Binging with Babish takes a deep dive into curing and smoking pork belly, whereas Shereen and Solee offer accessible, quick-turnaround options like sausage muffins and versatile egg dishes. You will learn techniques for moisture control in beef, the importance of 'mise en place' for complex plates, and the science of curing meat. Whether you need a 15-minute fix or a weekend culinary challenge, these recipes cover the full spectrum of morning flavors.
Chef Jack Ovens
A macro-friendly meal prep solution using lean beef and a custom spice blend to create a high-volume, low-calorie burrito.
Key ingredients
750g (1.6lb) Lean Beef Mince (Ground Beef) · 12 Large Whole Eggs · 100g (3.5oz), grated Cheddar Cheese · 1 can (400g) Diced Tomatoes · 1 tbsp (14g) Unsalted Butter … +12
Fallow
A masterclass in timing and technique, featuring a slow-cooked potato hash brown and bread fried in rendered meat fats.
Key ingredients
4 Large Potatoes (e.g., Agria) · 1/2 large or 1 small White Onion · 4 Pork Sausages · A few slices Back Bacon · A few slices Streaky Bacon … +13
Binging with Babish
An artisanal approach that recreates anime-inspired thick-cut bacon through a multi-day curing and smoking process.
Key ingredients
Approx. 3 lbs Pork Belly (skin removed) · 4.5 teaspoons Kosher Salt · 4.5 teaspoons Coarsely Ground Black Pepper · 6 tablespoons Dark Brown Sugar (packed) · 1 teaspoon Prague Powder #1 (Pink Curing Salt) … +6
COOKING WITH SHEREEN
Focuses on efficiency and flavor retention by cooking eggs in sausage drippings and using parchment paper for perfect reheating.
Key ingredients
6 Sausage patties · 6 Eggs · 1-2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter · 6 English muffins · 6 Cheese slices … +2
Cook with Solee
A versatile collection of quick, 15-minute recipes covering everything from savory mini pizzas to sweet French toast.
Key ingredients
Approx. 12-15 total for all recipes Eggs · As needed per recipe Bread (Brown, Thick Sliced, Pita, Tortilla) · Slices and grated, as needed Cheese (Cheddar, Mozzarella, Parmesan) · Slices and chopped, as needed Meat (Ham, Bacon, Salami, Pancetta) · Chopped/sliced, as needed Vegetables (Mushrooms, Shallots, Bell Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes) … +4
Uses 750g lean beef mince, 12 eggs, and a can of diced tomatoes combined with a dry spice mix of paprika, cumin, and onion powder.
Features traditional British components like black pudding, back bacon, Agria potatoes, and cherry tomatoes on the vine.
Requires a 3lb slab of pork belly, Prague Powder #1 (pink curing salt), dark brown sugar, and wood chips for smoking.
Relies on 6 sausage patties, English muffins, and cheese slices, emphasizing the use of sausage drippings for the eggs.
Includes a wide pantry range: pita bread for pizzas, rolled oats, almond milk, peanut butter, and various deli meats like salami and pancetta.
Focuses on evaporating all liquid from the beef-tomato mix to prevent sogginess before toasting the final burritos in the oven.
Employs a 'low and slow' technique for hash browns and sausages, using the rendered fat from the meats to fry sourdough bread.
A complex multi-day process: 3-5 days of wet curing, smoking to an internal temp of 150°F, and chilling before thick-slicing.
Uses a single-pan method for sausage and eggs, followed by wrapping in parchment paper to ensure even microwave reheating.
Utilizes quick techniques like sifting eggs for poaching and resting French toast for 5 minutes to optimize texture.
Savory and zesty with a Mexican-inspired spice profile and a rich, creamy finish from the folded cheddar eggs.
A heavy, traditional flavor profile dominated by salty cured meats, earthy mushrooms, and rich, fat-fried bread.
Intensely smoky and sweet due to the dark brown sugar cure and wood-smoking, paired with the simple richness of eggs fried in bacon fat.
Classic American diner flavors: buttery, salty, and savory with a focus on the harmony between sausage and melted cheese.
Offers the widest range, from the sweetness of maple-syrup oatmeal to the salty, herb-infused notes of a Mediterranean-style omelette.
Choose Chef Jack Ovens or Cooking with Shereen if you need efficient, high-protein meal prep for a busy work week. For those seeking a technical culinary challenge or a luxurious weekend feast, Fallow's English Breakfast or Babish's artisanal bacon project are the ideal choices.