Breakfast Taquitos
Ingredients
- 7 ozbox fully cooked sausage links
- 5 largeeggs
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 ½ cshredded cheese
, your favorite kind
- 10white corn tortillas
, or use 6'' flour tortillas
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- 2
Warm sausages: Add sausage links to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, turning occasionally, until warmed through. Remove to a plate, leaving any sausage grease in the pan.
- 3
Scramble eggs: Crack eggs into a bowl and add a splash of water or milk. Whisk well with a fork and then add to the pan. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes, tossing and scrambling as they cook. (If using spinach, add it to the pan about 2 minutes before the eggs are done cooking.) Remove from heat.
- 4
Warm tortillas on a hot dry skillet or griddle for a few seconds until they are pliable.
- 5
Assemble: Divide the scrambled eggs among the tortillas and top with shredded cheese. Place a sausage link on top. Roll up and place, seam side down, on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
- 6
Bake: Spray lightly with cooking spray and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with salsa for dipping.
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About this Recipe
Imagine a warm, savory breakfast that's as fun to eat as it is easy to make. These quick Breakfast Taquitos deliver just that, combining fluffy scrambled eggs, melty cheese, and hearty sausage links baked inside a crispy tortilla.
What makes these homemade Breakfast Taquitos a morning game-changer is their simplicity and satisfying flavor. With fully cooked sausage links and quick-scrambled eggs, you get restaurant-quality taste without any fuss, making them perfect for busy mornings. Baking them also offers a delightfully crispy shell without the need for deep frying, making them a lighter option.
You'll bite into a perfectly golden, slightly crispy corn tortilla, giving way to a warm, savory filling of seasoned scrambled eggs, rich melted cheese, and tender sausage. The combination is utterly delicious, offering a comforting and satisfying start to your day. These baked breakfast taquitos are surprisingly light yet filling, making them a fantastic alternative to traditional breakfast burritos.
These egg taquitos are wonderfully versatile to suit your taste. Feel free to use your favorite shredded cheese, whether that's a sharp cheddar, a Monterey Jack, or a melty Mexican blend. While white corn tortillas are traditional for an authentic crunch, you can also opt for six-inch flour tortillas for a softer shell.
Serve these delightful Breakfast Taquitos hot for a crowd-pleasing breakfast or a fun brunch item. They're perfect on their own or with a side of your favorite salsa or avocado for an extra burst of flavor.