Description
Start your day with a comforting Southern-style breakfast! These scrambled eggs, paired with sausage, bell peppers, and creamy grits, are the ultimate morning indulgence. Perfect for brunch or a weekend treat
Ingredients
Scale
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- 2 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
For the Sausage and Peppers:
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- 2 sausage links (smoked or andouille, sliced into rounds)
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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For the Creamy Grits:
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- 1 cup grits (stone-ground or quick-cooking)
- 4 cups water or milk (or a mix of both)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, for cheesy grits)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
For the Scrambled Eggs:
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk (or cream), salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Heat butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Pour in the egg mixture and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are soft and creamy.
- Remove from heat and set aside. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
For the Sausage and Peppers:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sausage slices and cook until browned.
- Add the bell pepper and onion slices and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
For the Creamy Grits:
- In a saucepan, bring water (or a milk-water mix) to a boil.
- Stir in the grits, reduce heat to low, and cook according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, stir in butter, cheese (if using), and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- For a richer version, use all cream in the scrambled eggs and milk in the grits.
- If you prefer a more savory flavor, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to the scrambled eggs or grits.
- Add extra seasoning or hot sauce to the sausage and peppers for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (includes scrambled eggs, sausage & peppers, and grits)
- Calories: ~500 kcal (estimate, varies based on specific ingredients)
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 290mg