1. Cut the bagel lengthwise. 2. Toast the bagel until lightly golden. 3. Heat butter in a small skillet over medium heat. 4. Place a slice of cheese on one half of the bagel. 5. Add a slice of ham, if using. 6. Fry the egg to your preference (usually slightly runny yolk). 7. Place cheese on the egg during the last 30 seconds so it melts. 8. Put the egg with melted cheese on the bagel half with cheese (and ham). 9. Season with salt and pepper and close the sandwich. Optional additions: bacon, tomato slice, spinach leaves.

   1. Peel and wash potatoes. 2. Grate the potatoes onto a coarse grater. 3. Place in a colander and let the liquid drain into a clean large bowl. Carefully pour the water out of the bowl; the starch will remain at the bottom. Place potatoes in this bowl. Add egg, flour, salt, pepper and mix everything. 4. Heat a frying pan and fry hash brown pancakes in vegetable oil over medium heat on both sides. 5. Serve with sour cream.