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Sausage Egg Muffins

Start your day right with these delicious Sausage Egg Muffins! Packed with protein and veggies, they’re perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil for sautéing the vegetables
  • 1 cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 2 large cloves garlic minced
  • 12 oz pre-cooked Italian sausage links chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 10 large eggs well-beaten
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese optional
  • 1 tsp sea salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • Cooking Spray
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cup measuring tool

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Sauté the Vegetables - In a skillet over medium heat, add avocado oil. Once heated, add the onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add the Sausage - Add the chopped sausage to the skillet, stir, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Incorporate the Spinach - Add the spinach and cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  5. Step 5: Beat the Eggs - In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and add the sea salt.
  6. Step 6: Combine Ingredients - Add the sausage mixture to the eggs and mix thoroughly.
  7. Step 7: Prepare the Muffin Tin - Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
  8. Step 8: Fill the Muffin Cups - Pour the egg mixture into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
  9. Step 9: Bake - Bake for 20-25 minutes until set and slightly golden on top.
  10. Step 10: Cool and Serve - Allow to cool before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • These muffins can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze individual muffins for up to 3 months for quick breakfasts.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.