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Savory Loaded Breakfast Burrito with Sausage Gravy

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A hearty and flavorful breakfast burrito filled with scrambled eggs, crispy potatoes, sausage, and melted cheddar cheese, topped with a creamy sausage gravy drizzle. Perfect for quick, indulgent mornings or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, beaten (room temperature preferred)
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, diced small (about ½ inch)
  • ½ pound ground breakfast sausage (e.g., Johnsonville)
  • ¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 30g)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small green bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for cooking potatoes and eggs)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
  • For the sausage gravy:
  • ¼ pound ground breakfast sausage
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk, warm
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, generous amount

Instructions

  1. Wash and dice russet potatoes into small, even cubes (about ½ inch). Soak in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes, season with salt and pepper, cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes, then stir occasionally until golden and crispy (another 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook ½ pound ground breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside, leaving drippings in the pan.
  4. Add chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet with sausage drippings. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Beat eggs with salt and pepper. Pour into skillet with onions and peppers, reduce heat to low, and gently scramble until just set but still moist, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  6. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, cook ¼ pound ground sausage until browned. Sprinkle flour evenly over sausage and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Slowly whisk in warm milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and generous freshly ground black pepper.
  8. Warm tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave. Lay each flat and add a layer of crispy potatoes, scrambled eggs with onions and peppers, cooked sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  9. Carefully roll the tortilla, folding in the sides to encase the filling.
  10. Place each burrito on a plate and drizzle warm sausage gravy over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free blend. Use dairy-free milk alternatives for a thinner gravy. Patience is key for crispy potatoes and soft scrambled eggs. Prepare sausage and potatoes ahead to save time. Reheat gravy gently with a splash of milk if too thick.

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