Description
These Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups are a quick, hearty breakfast option combining savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melty cheese wrapped in warm, soft tortillas. Perfect for busy mornings or grab-and-go meals, they offer balanced flavors and can be customized to suit various tastes and dietary needs.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Pinch of paprika or garlic powder (optional)
- Chopped jalapeños or hot sauce (for spicy version)
- Vegetarian substitutes: sautéed mushrooms or seasoned tofu
- Additional veggies: diced bell peppers, onions, or spinach
- Alternative cheeses: pepper jack, mozzarella
- Alternative wraps: whole wheat, spinach, or gluten-free tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, crumble the ground sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the roll-ups from getting greasy.
- Scramble the Eggs: Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Add a small amount of butter or oil to the skillet, then pour in the eggs. Stir gently and cook until just set but still soft and fluffy.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups: Warm the tortillas briefly to make them pliable. Lay each tortilla flat, then layer with cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and shredded cheese. Roll tightly to encase the filling securely.
- Optional Sear: For added texture and flavor, place the assembled roll-ups back into the skillet seam-side down. Cook over medium heat for 1–2 minutes until the tortilla develops a golden, crispy exterior and cheese melts completely inside.
Notes
- Don’t overcook eggs: Remove from heat just before fully set to keep them tender and moist.
- Use warm tortillas: Heating them for a few seconds prevents cracking and eases rolling.
- Drain sausage fat well: Removes excess grease to avoid soggy roll-ups.
- Seal edges firmly: Keeps fillings inside and prevents spills during eating.
- Customize cheese melting: Cover skillet briefly with a lid during searing to melt cheese perfectly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll-up
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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