Hearty Sausage, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Quesadilla
Experience the perfect blend of savory breakfast flavors enveloped within a crispy tortilla. Our Hearty Sausage, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Quesadilla offers a convenient, delectable breakfast solution. Precooking and freezing the sausage in advance saves precious time on busy mornings. This recipe encourages personalization, allowing you to experiment with different ingredients, but be cautious; additional ingredients may add weight, making the quesadilla trickier to flip. Serve with your favorite hot sauce or a side of salsa to enhance the flavor dynamic. Preparation and cooking times may vary based on personal preferences.
2
Servings
390
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
burrito-size flour tortillas
2 large
colby cheese, grated
1/2 cup
eggs, scrambled & cooked
4
salt
to taste
fresh ground black pepper
to taste
breakfast sausage, cooked, crumbled & drained
1/2 cup
oil for frying
2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
2
Place one flour tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle half of the grated cheese evenly across its surface.
3
Evenly distribute the scrambled and cooked eggs over the cheese layer.
4
Sprinkle the crumbled sausage on top of the eggs and season with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.
5
Spread the remaining cheese on top of the sausage layer to act as a binding agent and place the second tortilla on top.
6
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the quesadilla for about 5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
7
Carefully flip the quesadilla using a large spatula and cook the other side until it is golden brown and the cheese has fully melted.
8
Transfer the cooked quesadilla to a large plate or cutting board and cut into six wedges.
9
Serve immediately and enjoy with hot sauce or a side of salsa if desired.
Nutrition Information
24g
Fat
24.5g
Carbs
17g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hearty Sausage, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Quesadilla?
It is a savory breakfast dish consisting of breakfast sausage, scrambled eggs, and Colby cheese folded inside a crispy burrito-size flour tortilla.
What size tortillas should I use for this recipe?
The recipe calls for two large burrito-size flour tortillas.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to serve 2 people.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
The recipe specifies using 1/2 cup of grated Colby cheese.
Do I need to cook the sausage before assembling the quesadilla?
Yes, the sausage should be cooked, crumbled, and drained before you begin the assembly process.
Should the eggs be cooked before they go into the tortilla?
Yes, the eggs should be scrambled and cooked before being added to the quesadilla.
How long does it take to cook the quesadilla?
The first side takes about 5 minutes to become golden brown, and then the second side is cooked until the cheese is fully melted.
What is the calorie count for a serving?
Each serving contains approximately 390 calories.
What can I serve with the breakfast quesadilla?
It is delicious when served with hot sauce or a side of salsa.
How can I save time on busy mornings with this recipe?
You can precook and freeze the sausage in advance to speed up the preparation process.
Can I add extra ingredients to the filling?
Yes, but be cautious; adding too much weight can make the quesadilla difficult to flip.
How many wedges should I cut the quesadilla into?
The recipe recommends cutting the finished quesadilla into six wedges.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 17 grams of protein.
How much fat is in this breakfast dish?
There are 24 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 24.5 grams of carbohydrates.
How much oil is needed for frying?
You will need 2 teaspoons of oil to fry the quesadilla in a non-stick skillet.
What heat setting should I use?
The skillet should be heated over medium heat.
How do I ensure the cheese melts properly?
Cover the skillet with a lid while cooking the first side to help trap heat and melt the cheese.
What serves as the binding agent in the quesadilla?
The layers of grated cheese act as the binding agent to hold the tortillas and fillings together.
How many eggs are used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 4 scrambled and cooked eggs.
What kind of skillet is best for this recipe?
A large non-stick skillet is recommended to prevent the tortilla from sticking.
Is there any seasoning added?
Yes, the filling is seasoned with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 7 main ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this recipe considered quick to make?
Yes, it is tagged as both a 'quick' and 'easy' morning meal.
What are the primary flavor profiles?
The profile is savory and hearty, featuring comfort food elements like sausage, eggs, and melted cheese.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe falls under the Breakfast category.
How do I flip the quesadilla?
Use a large spatula to carefully flip it once the bottom is golden brown.
Can I use different types of sausage?
The recipe calls for breakfast sausage, but you can experiment with other types as long as they are cooked and crumbled.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The nutritional data provided does not indicate any sugar content for this recipe.
Is there fiber in this recipe?
The nutritional data for fiber is not specified for this particular recipe.