Description
Southern breakfast magic unfolds with creamy grits, fluffy scrambled eggs nestled alongside spicy sausage and colorful peppers. Rich, hearty flavors dance on your plate, promising a comforting morning feast that satisfies deep hunger pangs.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 sausage links (smoked or andouille, sliced into rounds)
Vegetables:
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
Dairy and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, for cheesy grits)
- 1 cup grits (stone-ground or quick-cooking)
- 4 cups water or milk (or a mix of both)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Initiate the grits preparation by bringing liquid to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan, creating a foundation for a silky, rich base.
- Gently incorporate grits into the bubbling liquid, reducing heat to a gentle simmer and stirring periodically until the mixture transforms into a thick, luxurious texture.
- Enhance the grits with a pat of butter and optional cheese, seasoning with salt and black pepper to elevate the overall flavor profile.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet, introducing sliced sausage to develop a golden, crispy exterior through careful browning.
- Incorporate bell peppers and onions into the sausage, allowing vegetables to soften and meld with the meat’s robust characteristics.
- Season the sausage and vegetable medley with a delicate balance of salt and pepper, creating depth and complexity.
- Whisk eggs with dairy, creating a smooth, homogeneous mixture that promises tender, creamy scrambled eggs.
- Melt butter in a separate skillet, using medium-low heat to delicately cook the egg mixture, gently folding and stirring to achieve a soft, pillowy texture.
- Plate the dish by arranging scrambled eggs alongside the spicy sausage and caramelized peppers, crowning the ensemble with a generous portion of creamy grits.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Choose stone-ground grits for deeper, richer flavor and more authentic texture when preparing your dish.
- Experiment with different sausage varieties like chorizo or andouille to add unexpected spiciness and complexity to the breakfast.
- Keep eggs moving gently while scrambling to ensure soft, creamy curds instead of dry, rubbery pieces.
- Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a lighter, lactose-free version that maintains creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southern (American)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 400 mg