Southern Breakfast Enchiladas Sausage (Print Version)

Eggs, sausage, cheese, and tortillas topped with creamy gravy. Hearty comfort food for any morning.

# Components:

→ For the Enchiladas

01 - 6 large flour tortillas
02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 1/4 cup whole milk
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
06 - 1/4 cup diced green onions
07 - Salt to taste
08 - Black pepper to taste
09 - Butter or oil for cooking

→ For the Sausage Gravy

10 - 1/2 pound breakfast sausage
11 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
12 - 2 cups whole milk
13 - Salt to taste
14 - Black pepper to taste
15 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, cook breakfast sausage until thoroughly browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
03 - Sprinkle flour evenly over the cooked sausage and stir constantly for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in whole milk. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the gravy thickens, about 5–7 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne if desired. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - In a clean skillet, melt butter or heat oil over medium-low. Whisk eggs with 1/4 cup milk, salt, and black pepper. Pour into the pan and scramble gently until just set. Remove eggs from heat to avoid overcooking.
05 - Arrange flour tortillas on a flat surface. Divide scrambled eggs, crumbled cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced green onions evenly among the tortillas. Roll each tightly and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
06 - Pour sausage gravy evenly over the assembled enchiladas. If desired, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top.
07 - Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until enchiladas are heated through and the top is bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven and garnish with extra sliced green onions before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you probably already have in your fridge and pantry
  • Perfect make-ahead option for family brunches or special mornings
  • Layers of creamy gravy and gooey cheese bring the ultimate morning comfort
  • Customizable with your favorite breakfast meats or veggies
02 -
  • High in protein and totally filling
  • Easily freezes and reheats without getting soggy
  • Great way to use up leftover sausage or veggies from the week
  • Kids absolutely love scooping out the cheesy centers and the gravy makes things feel special every time I use extra green onion because it reminds me of my grandma's kitchen where no dish was complete without a sprinkle of garden-fresh produce
03 -
  • Always whisk the gravy continuously to keep it lump free
  • Do not overbake or the eggs in the enchiladas can lose their soft bite
  • Warm tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds before filling so they roll up easily without cracking

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