Description
A hearty and classic Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. This recipe features savory cooked sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, served either as a sandwich or on its own. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, it combines simple ingredients with straightforward cooking techniques for a delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
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Breakfast Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or your choice)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Optional Serving Ingredients
- 4 breakfast sandwich buns, English muffins, or tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease to keep the dish from being greasy. Set the cooked sausage aside.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika if using. Heat butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, pour in the egg mixture, and gently stir with a spatula. Cook slowly for fluffy scrambled eggs, removing from heat once they reach your preferred consistency.
- Assemble the Breakfast: If serving as sandwiches, toast the buns or warm the tortillas in a skillet. Layer the cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and shredded cheese on the bread or tortillas. To melt the cheese thoroughly, place the assembled sandwiches under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve: Serve the sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast warm. Enjoy it as a hearty plate of eggs and sausage or wrapped in a bun or tortilla for a convenient handheld meal.
Notes
- You can use any type of breakfast sausage to suit your taste or dietary preferences, including pork, turkey, or chicken sausage.
- Optional spices like garlic powder and paprika add flavor depth but can be omitted if preferred.
- For a lower-fat version, use turkey sausage and reduce or omit butter in the eggs.
- Buns, English muffins, or tortillas are optional but add convenience and variety for serving.
- Watch the broiler closely when melting cheese to prevent burning.
