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Breakfast Burritos Recipe

Breakfast Burritos Recipe


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  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Hearty breakfast burritos bring Mexican-inspired morning comfort straight to your plate. Packed with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and zesty salsa, these rolled delights offer a satisfying start you’ll crave every weekend.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 pound breakfast or Italian sausage (removed from casings)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 8 burrito-size tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey jack, pepper jack, or a combination)

Vegetables:

  • 2 cups chopped vegetables (red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, broccoli)

Seasonings and Fats:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
  • 2 pinches salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Sauté diced bell peppers and onions in olive oil over medium heat until they become translucent and slightly caramelized, releasing their aromatic flavors.
  2. Introduce ground sausage to the vegetable medley, breaking it into crumbly pieces and cooking until it develops a rich, golden-brown exterior and is completely cooked through.
  3. Crack eggs into a mixing bowl, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then whisk until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and pale yellow.
  4. Transfer the whisked eggs to a preheated non-stick skillet with a touch of melted butter, gently folding and stirring until the eggs achieve a soft, creamy consistency without overcooking.
  5. Briefly warm tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave to enhance their pliability and prevent cracking during the rolling process.
  6. Layer the cooked sausage mixture, fluffy scrambled eggs, and shredded cheese in the center of each tortilla, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
  7. Carefully fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll from the bottom up to create a compact, sealed burrito package.
  8. Serve immediately while the burritos are still warm, allowing the melted cheese to remain gooey and the flavors to meld together.

Notes

  • Swap sausage with turkey or plant-based alternatives for healthier protein options that still pack delicious flavor.
  • Prep vegetables ahead of time to streamline morning cooking and reduce overall breakfast preparation time.
  • Add hot sauce or salsa for extra zesty kick and customize heat levels according to personal spice preferences.
  • Wrap burritos tightly in foil and freeze for quick grab-and-go breakfasts during busy weekday mornings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg