Description
Hearty Mexican breakfast enchiladas blend savory eggs, crisp bacon, and melted cheese into a morning masterpiece. Spicy salsa and warm tortillas complete this irresistible dish that delivers comfort and flavor straight to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (450 grams) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 8 large eggs
- ¼ cup (60 grams) sour cream
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups (200 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) heavy cream or half-and-half
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- ½ cup (75 grams) diced bell peppers (optional)
- ¼ cup (30 grams) diced green onions (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
Additional Items:
- 10 large flour tortillas
- ½ cup (100 grams) salsa or pico de gallo
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 350F (175C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light grease layer to prevent sticking.
- Craft a fluffy egg base by whisking eggs with milk, seasoning with salt and pepper. Gently scramble in a nonstick skillet until softly set, then allow to cool momentarily.
- Create individual enchilada rolls by laying out tortillas and generously filling each with scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and a cascade of shredded cheddar cheese. Tightly roll each tortilla and nestle seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Develop a luxurious cream sauce by blending heavy cream with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, earthy cumin, and complementary seasonings. Carefully drench the assembled enchiladas with this velvety mixture.
- Enhance the dish by showering the surface with a blanket of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transform the enchiladas in the oven by first covering with foil and baking for 20 minutes. Uncover and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts into a golden, bubbling landscape.
- Allow the enchiladas to rest briefly after removing from the oven. Elevate the presentation by adorning with fresh salsa, dollops of cool sour cream, and a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro. Serve immediately while warm and inviting.
Notes
- Prep Ahead: Scramble eggs and cook sausage the night before to save morning cooking time and reduce stress during breakfast preparation.
- Customize Fillings: Swap sausage with bacon, ham, or plant-based alternatives for different flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Cheese Variations: Use a blend of cheeses like pepper jack or gouda for added depth and complexity in taste, enhancing the overall flavor experience.
- Make It Lighter: Replace heavy cream with Greek yogurt or low-fat milk to reduce calories while maintaining a creamy sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 270 mg