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Easy Freezer Breakfast Burritos Recipe for Quick and Tasty Mornings

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These easy freezer breakfast burritos are a quick, hearty, and delicious solution for busy mornings, combining fluffy eggs, savory fillings, and melty cheese wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for meal prep and ready in minutes from the freezer.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs, beaten
  • 6 whole wheat or flour tortillas, 8-inch size
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
  • 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, chopped (turkey sausage for leaner option)
  • ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
  • ½ small onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup bell pepper, diced (red or green)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Salsa or hot sauce, optional for serving or mixing in

Instructions

  1. Prepare the veggies and meats: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized. Stir in black beans and corn, cooking for another 2 minutes. Remove mixture from skillet and set aside.
  2. Cook the sausage or bacon (optional): In the same skillet, cook your choice of breakfast meat until browned and cooked through. Chop into small pieces and mix with the veggies.
  3. Scramble the eggs: Reduce heat to medium-low. Whisk eggs in a bowl with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pour into the skillet and gently stir with a spatula until just set but still moist. Avoid overcooking; the eggs will finish cooking wrapped up.
  4. Combine filling ingredients: Mix scrambled eggs with the veggie and meat mixture. Stir in shredded cheese while warm, so it starts melting slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Assemble the burritos: Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave or on a dry skillet to make them pliable. Spoon about ¾ cup (180 ml) of filling down the center of each tortilla. Fold in the sides and roll tightly from one end to the other, making a neat burrito.
  6. Wrap and freeze: Wrap each burrito individually in foil or parchment paper. Place wrapped burritos in a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with date and contents.
  7. Reheat and serve: When ready to eat, unwrap one burrito, microwave on high for 1-2 minutes (flipping halfway) or bake at 350°F (175°C) wrapped in foil for 20-25 minutes until hot.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Do not overfill burritos to avoid bursting during reheating. Let filling cool slightly before assembling to prevent sogginess. Wrap burritos tightly in foil then place in sealed bags to prevent freezer burn. Reheat in microwave for 1-2 minutes or bake wrapped in foil at 350°F for 20-25 minutes. For crispier texture after microwaving, toast on skillet briefly.

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