Freezer Breakfast Burritos With Sausage, Eggs and Salsa Verde
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Freezer Breakfast Burritos With Sausage, Eggs and Salsa Verde

Meal prep these easy breakfast burritos ahead of time. Fill them with sausage, eggs, potatoes, cheese, and salsa verde!

Ingredients

  • sweet pork sausage
    1 lb
  • yukon potatoes

    diced, about 3 cups; no need to peel them

    2 medium
  • green pepper

    diced

    1
  • yellow onion

    diced

    1 medium
  • mild or sharp cheddar cheese

    grated

    8 oz
  • butter
    1 tbsp
  • eggs
    8 large
  • salt and pepper
  • salsa verde

    homemade or store-bought

    1 c
  • burrito-sized flour tortillas
    8 large

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage. Break it up as it cooks until it’s browned evenly. Transfer the cooked pork to a bowl.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Add the potatoes to the skillet used to cook the pork and cook until they are tender and browned in spots, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring regularly. Any fat left over from the pork should be enough to cook the potatoes in, but if the skillet is very dry, add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the diced peppers and onions and continue to cook until the veggies soften, another few minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the skillet from heat.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    In a separate nonstick skillet over low heat, add the butter. Whisk together the eggs in a medium bowl. Once the butter has melted, add eggs and cook until scrambled and set, but not completely dry. Remove from heat and set aside. (You can do this at the same time the vegetables are cooking if you want to multitask!)

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Once your fillings are cooled slightly (it’s okay if they are still a bit warm, as long as they're not steaming), lay out a large flour tortilla on a clean surface. Add about 1/8 of the pork sausage, 1/8 of the potato filling, 1/8 of the cheddar cheese, and 1/8 of the eggs. It’s okay to eyeball the amounts, but you should have enough of each filling to make eight burritos. Top with about two tablespoons of salsa verde.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Fold the sides over the filling and then roll the tortilla into a tight burrito. Immediately roll the burrito in foil. Repeat with all burritos.

  6. 6

    Transfer the foil-wrapped burritos to a large, freezer-safe, resealable plastic bag and freeze. Burritos will store well in the freezer for up to three months. Even if you plan to eat your burritos the same week you make them, we still recommend freezing the burritos until you're ready to eat them. This preserves them better than in the fridge and prevents the burrito from becoming overly soggy.

  7. 7

    Unwrap burrito from foil and microwave on high for 4 to 5 minutes, turning once halfway through. At that point the burrito will be hot and you could eat it as is. Serve with extra salsa verde, if desired. As a bonus step, which I love: place the reheated burrito in a small nonstick skillet over medium heat and let the tortilla crisp up for 2 to 3 minutes per side. If you loathe any hint of sogginess in your burritos, this will eliminate the problem! Did you love the recipe? Give us some stars and leave a comment below!

Freezer Breakfast Burritos With Sausage, Eggs and Salsa Verde
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Freezer Breakfast Burritos With Sausage, Eggs and Salsa Verde

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About this Recipe

Tired of skipping breakfast or settling for bland options on busy mornings? Imagine grabbing a hearty, flavorful meal right from your freezer! These make-ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos with sausage, eggs, and salsa verde are your answer to delicious, stress-free starts to your day.

What makes this recipe truly shine is its thoughtful combination of savory sweet pork sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, tender potatoes, rich cheddar cheese, and a zesty kick from salsa verde, all wrapped in a convenient tortilla. It's designed to be assembled ahead of time, ensuring you have a satisfying, homemade breakfast ready to go whenever hunger strikes, capturing that TexMex or Southwestern comfort.

When you bite into one of these burritos, you'll experience a delightful blend of textures and robust flavors. The richness of the sausage and cheese is perfectly balanced by the earthy potatoes and the bright, tangy notes of the salsa verde. Each burrito is substantial and incredibly satisfying, designed to keep you full and energized. This is a breakfast that feels indulgent yet fits seamlessly into a busy schedule.

Customization for Your Taste

These versatile breakfast burritos are easy to adapt. You can swap the sweet pork sausage for spicy sausage or even a plant-based alternative. Experiment with different cheeses, like Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend, to change the flavor profile. If you don't have green peppers, feel free to use red bell pepper for a touch of sweetness, or add a pinch of chili powder to the eggs for extra depth. While salsa verde provides a unique zest, any favorite salsa will work in a pinch.

These Freezer Breakfast Burritos are perfect for feeding a crowd at brunch, as a grab-and-go meal on hectic weekdays, or simply as a comforting breakfast whenever you desire. They pair wonderfully with a hot cup of coffee or a glass of orange juice.

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