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Easy Make Ahead Breakfast Burritos

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These easy make ahead breakfast burritos combine fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage, fresh veggies, and melted cheese wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or brunch, they can be frozen and reheated for a quick, satisfying breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs, beaten
  • 8 ounces ground pork or turkey sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Large flour tortillas, soft and pliable
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for cooking
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, salsa, avocado slices

Instructions

  1. Dice 1/2 cup bell peppers and 1/4 cup onion finely. Mince 1 clove garlic and set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add 8 ounces ground sausage and cook, breaking apart with a spatula until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet, drain excess fat, and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside with sausage.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk 8 large eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Wipe skillet clean and add 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter over medium-low heat. Pour in eggs and gently scramble, stirring slowly until just set but still moist, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. In a large bowl, mix scrambled eggs, cooked sausage, sautéed veggies, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Lay a large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 3/4 cup of filling into the center. Fold the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  7. Wrap each burrito tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Place them on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
  8. To enjoy, unwrap and microwave each burrito for 1-2 minutes or bake in a 350°F (175°C) oven wrapped in foil for about 20 minutes until heated through.

Notes

Use medium-sharp cheddar cheese like Cabot or Tillamook for best texture. For gluten-free option, use corn or gluten-free tortillas but handle gently. Cool fillings before wrapping to avoid soggy tortillas. Wrap burritos tightly to maintain shape during freezing and reheating. Reheat with a damp paper towel in microwave or bake wrapped in foil for best results. Label burritos with date when freezing.

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