Kickstart your day with “Hearty Start: Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups.” These delicious roll-ups are perfect for a quick, satisfying breakfast on the go. Packed with savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melty cheese, all wrapped in a warm tortilla, they’re sure to become a morning favorite for the whole family.
Why You’ll Love Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups:
- Quick and Easy: Perfect for busy mornings, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Portable: Great for breakfast on the go or packed in a lunchbox.
- Hearty and Satisfying: A balanced meal with protein, carbs, and dairy.
- Customizable: Easily adjust ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs.
Ingredients Notes For Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-Ups:
- Sausage: Breakfast sausage links, patties, or crumbled sausage.
- Eggs: Lightly beaten for scrambled eggs.
- Cheese: Shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, or your favorite cheese.
- Tortillas: Flour tortillas, burrito-sized for easy rolling.
- Milk: Optional, to make the eggs extra fluffy.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste.
- Butter or Oil: For cooking the eggs and sausage.
- Optional Add-Ins: Diced onions, bell peppers, spinach, or salsa for extra flavor.
Recipe Steps:
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Scramble the Eggs:
- In a bowl, beat 6 large eggs with a splash of milk (if using) and a pinch of salt and pepper. In the same skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter or heat 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are just set but still soft. Remove from heat.
- Warm the Tortillas:
- Warm 6 large flour tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds or in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the Roll-Ups:
- Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Sprinkle a portion of the cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and shredded cheese down the center of the tortilla. Add any optional add-ins if desired.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to enclose the filling.
- Optional: Heat the Roll-Ups:
- For extra warmth and melted cheese, place the assembled roll-ups back in the skillet seam side down. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes on each side until the tortilla is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly in foil or parchment paper for a portable breakfast option.
Storage Options:
- Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or a skillet before serving.
- Freeze: Wrap the assembled, uncooked roll-ups tightly in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.\
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can 8 ounces refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons butter melted (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Cook the Sausage:
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In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
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Scramble the Eggs:
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In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
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In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, pour in the egg mixture and cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are just set but still slightly runny. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Prepare the Crescent Roll Dough:
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Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles.
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On a lightly floured surface, gently stretch each triangle to make them slightly larger.
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Assemble the Roll-Ups:
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Place a small amount of cooked sausage, scrambled eggs, and shredded cheddar cheese at the wide end of each crescent roll triangle.
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Roll up the dough, starting from the wide end, and tuck in the sides to seal the filling inside.
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Place the roll-ups on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
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Bake:
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Brush the tops of the roll-ups with melted butter, if desired.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the roll-ups are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
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Serve:
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Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
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Serve warm.