Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 8 large flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large skillet, cook breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are scrambled and cooked through.
5. Add the cooked sausage to the skillet with the scrambled eggs and stir to combine.
6. Add shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and chopped cilantro to the skillet and stir to combine.
7. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet.
8. Divide the sausage and egg mixture evenly among the tortillas.
9. Roll up each tortilla tightly, tucking in the ends to create a burrito.
10. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
8 burritos
Nutritional information:
Calories: 380
Fat: 21g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 19g
Sodium: 670mg
Sugar: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of breakfast sausage you prefer.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with any type of cheese you prefer.
- You can omit the green onions and cilantro if you don't like them.
Variations:
- You can add diced tomatoes or bell peppers to the sausage and egg mixture.
- You can add hot sauce or salsa to the burritos for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the sausage and eggs separately before combining them to ensure that they are both cooked through.
- Don't overfill the tortillas or they will be difficult to roll up.
- You can make these burritos ahead of time and freeze them for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the burritos on a platter with a side of salsa and sour cream.
Garnishes:
Garnish with additional chopped cilantro or green onions.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or hash browns.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit, hash browns, or breakfast potatoes.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the tortillas are difficult to roll up, warm them in the microwave for a few seconds to make them more pliable.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the sausage and eggs to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure that they are safe to eat.
Food history:
Breakfast burritos are a popular breakfast dish in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, cheesy, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve for breakfast or brunch.
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