Description
A hearty and delicious Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast perfect for a satisfying morning meal. This classic dish features seasoned breakfast sausage cooked to perfection, fluffy scrambled eggs enriched with milk and spices, and melted cheddar cheese, all optionally served on your choice of buns, English muffins, or tortillas for a convenient breakfast sandwich.
Ingredients
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Main 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)
Serving Options
- 4 breakfast sandwich buns, English muffins, or tortillas (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Continue cooking until the sausage is browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika if using. Heat a tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and gently stir with a spatula, cooking the eggs slowly and evenly until they reach your desired consistency. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Breakfast: If serving with buns or tortillas, toast or warm them in a separate skillet. Layer the cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and shredded cheese on the buns or tortillas. To melt the cheese, optionally place the assembled sandwich under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast warm, either plated or as a sandwich wrapped in tortillas or on toasted buns or English muffins.
Notes
- Choose your preferred sausage type: pork, turkey, or other alternatives.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to your taste.
- For a healthier variation, use low-fat cheese and lean turkey sausage.
- Cheese melting step under the broiler is optional but enhances flavor and texture.
- Serve with fresh fruit or a side salad for a balanced breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
