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Crispy Breakfast-for-Dinner Grilled Burritos

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy grilled burritos filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and savory sausage or veggies, perfect for any meal or late-night craving.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk or cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled (optional; can substitute with diced bell peppers or mushrooms for a vegetarian option)
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch), slightly warmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: diced onions, jalapeños, fresh cilantro, salsa for serving

Instructions

  1. Crack 4 large eggs into a mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of whole milk or cream, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk until smooth and slightly frothy (about 2 minutes).
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Add a small pat of butter. Pour in the egg mixture and let sit undisturbed for 20 seconds, then gently stir with a spatula. Cook, stirring occasionally, until eggs are softly scrambled but still moist (3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add the crumbled cooked sausage or sauté diced veggies until warmed through (about 2 minutes). Remove and mix with the scrambled eggs.
  4. Warm the tortillas slightly in the microwave or on a dry skillet for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable.
  5. Spoon an even layer of the egg and sausage mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle a generous handful of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom to form a burrito, securing the filling to prevent leaks.
  7. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet over medium heat. Place the burritos seam side down in the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until tortillas are golden brown and crispy. Use a grill press or heavy pan on top for extra crispiness if available.
  8. Remove burritos from the pan and let rest for a minute to allow the cheese to set slightly before serving.

Notes

Warm tortillas before filling to prevent cracking. Cook eggs low and slow for tender texture. Use butter generously for a golden crispy crust. Press burritos gently while grilling for even crispiness. Adjust heat to avoid burning tortillas before cheese melts. Test one burrito first to perfect technique.

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