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The bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich is a quick, cheap, and delicious breakfast favorite. But how did it become a city staple? How long has bacon been the go-to morning protein? Is American cheese actually made of plastic? And whose idea was it to put three delicious ingredients together under one crispy roll?
In this episode, host Justin Dodd delves into the story behind this beloved sandwich.
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In this episode, host Justin Dodd delves into the story behind this beloved sandwich.
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