Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos (Printable View)

Hearty burritos packed with eggs, sausage, cheese and vegetables, perfect for meal prep and freezing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 8 large eggs
02 - 1/4 cup milk
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Meats

04 - 8 oz breakfast sausage, crumbled

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
06 - 1 small onion, diced
07 - 1 cup baby spinach, chopped

→ Tortillas

08 - 8 large flour tortillas

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ Optional Toppings

12 - Salsa
13 - Hot sauce
14 - Sliced avocado

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
02 - In the same skillet, add bell pepper and onion. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted. Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
03 - In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Pour into the skillet and cook, stirring gently, until just set. Remove from heat.
04 - Add the cooked sausage, vegetables, and cheese to the eggs. Stir to combine.
05 - Warm tortillas in the microwave or in a dry pan to make them pliable.
06 - Divide the egg mixture evenly among the tortillas. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form burritos.
07 - To store, wrap each burrito individually in foil or parchment paper. Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
08 - To reheat, microwave refrigerated burritos for 1–2 minutes or frozen burritos for 3–4 minutes, until heated through.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You can grab a hot breakfast in literally two minutes even when running late
  • The filling stays incredibly moist even after weeks in the freezer
  • Customize each burrito for different family members preferences
02 -
  • Let the filling cool completely before wrapping or condensation will make tortillas soggy
  • Freeze burritos flat on a baking sheet first then stack to prevent them from freezing into odd shapes
  • Do not overfill or the burritos will burst during reheating
03 -
  • Mix a spoonful of salsa into the egg mixture for extra moisture and flavor
  • Place frozen burritos in a 350°F oven for 15 minutes if you have the time

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