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Southern Breakfast Enchiladas with Sausage Gravy

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Comfort Food
  • Method: Stovetop, Oven
  • Cuisine: Southern American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Southern Breakfast Enchiladas are loaded with scrambled eggs, crumbled bacon, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas and topped with a creamy sausage gravy. A comforting and indulgent breakfast or brunch dish that’s sure to impress.


Ingredients

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  1. For the Enchiladas:

    • 8 large flour tortillas

    • 6 large eggs

    • 1/4 cup milk

    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    • 1 tablespoon butter

    • 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled

    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

    • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

    • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped

    For the Sausage Gravy:

    • 1/2 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)

    • 2 tablespoons butter

    • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

    • 2 cups whole milk

    • 1/2 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

    For Garnish:

    1. Fresh parsley, chopped

    2. Extra cheese, for topping


Instructions

Prepare the Eggs:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

  2. Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, then pour in the egg mixture.

  3. Cook, stirring gently, until scrambled and set. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Enchiladas:

  1. Lay out the flour tortillas and evenly distribute the scrambled eggs, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.

  2. Roll each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.

Make the Sausage Gravy:

  1. In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside, leaving any drippings in the pan.

Create the Gravy Base:

  1. Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.

  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  3. Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Season and Simmer:

  1. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the gravy mixture.

  2. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens.

Bake the Enchiladas:

 

  1. Pour the sausage gravy evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.

  2. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.


Notes

  • You can substitute the breakfast sausage with turkey sausage or a plant-based sausage if you prefer a lighter or vegetarian version.

  • Feel free to add extra toppings like sour cream, avocado, or fresh tomatoes for added flavor.

 

  • You can prepare the enchiladas ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada with sausage gravy
  • Calories: 540 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg