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Easy Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Burritos

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These easy freezer-friendly breakfast burritos are quick to make, packed with simple ingredients, and perfect for busy mornings. They freeze well and reheat to a fresh, homemade taste.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs, beaten (use free-range if possible)
  • 6 whole wheat or flour tortillas, 10-inch size
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled (pork or turkey)
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Salsa or hot sauce, optional for serving or mixing in
  • Optional add-ons: diced avocado, black beans, or fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and drain excess fat on paper towels.
  2. In the same pan, sauté diced bell peppers and chopped onion over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until softened. Remove and set aside.
  3. Beat eggs with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Heat olive oil or butter in the skillet over low-medium heat. Pour in eggs and cook slowly, stirring gently to form soft curds, about 5 minutes. Remove before fully set to keep eggs fluffy.
  4. Warm tortillas briefly (about 10 seconds each in microwave or on dry pan) to make pliable.
  5. Assemble each burrito by spooning about 1/4 cup scrambled eggs in the center, adding 2 tablespoons cooked sausage, 2 tablespoons sautéed veggies, and sprinkling 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll from the bottom up, keeping fillings snug. Wrap each burrito tightly in aluminum foil.
  7. Place wrapped burritos in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag, pressing out excess air. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  8. To reheat, unwrap foil and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, or bake in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through.

Notes

Cook eggs low and slow for fluffy texture. Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent cracking. Drain cooked sausage on paper towels to avoid soggy burritos. Wrap burritos tightly in foil before freezing to prevent freezer burn. Burritos can be reheated in microwave or oven; remove foil before microwaving.

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