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Breakfast Burrito

Breakfast

Breakfast Burrito

A hearty, handheld bundle of fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and seasoned shredded potatoes, all wrapped snugly in a warm flour tortilla. It's filling enough for lunch, quick enough for a weekday breakfast, and endlessly customizable.

806calper serving 33gprotein 58gcarbs 48gfat 15min prep 25min cook 4serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Breakfast Burrito — common questions

Can I make these ahead and freeze them?

Yes. Wrap each cooled burrito tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat from frozen, wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway through. Or wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes until heated through.

What if I don't have frozen potatoes?

Shred fresh potatoes on a box grater, squeeze out excess moisture in a clean kitchen towel (this is important—wet potatoes won't crisp), and proceed. Fresh potatoes may take 2-3 minutes longer to cook.

My eggs turned out dry and rubbery—what went wrong?

You cooked the eggs over too high heat or stirred too vigorously. Cook over medium-low heat and stir gently and slowly; you want soft, custard-like curds. The eggs continue cooking after you remove them from heat, so stop when they still look slightly underdone.

Can I use ingredients other than bacon?

Absolutely. Sausage, ham, chorizo, or diced smoked salmon all work beautifully. You can also omit meat for a vegetarian version. Add sautéed spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, or avocado as well.

What's the best way to keep a burrito warm and intact when serving?

Wrap each burrito tightly in foil or parchment paper immediately after rolling; this keeps it warm for 20-30 minutes and makes it easier to eat. Serve with hot sauce, salsa, sour cream, or guacamole on the side.

How do I store and reheat leftovers?

Wrap cooled burritos individually in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or unwrapped in a 350°F oven for 12-15 minutes until heated through. Alternatively, slice and reheat in a skillet over medium heat for a crispy exterior.

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