Sausage Gravy Breakfast Burrito

Absolutely! A Sausage Gravy Breakfast Burrito is the ultimate fusion of Southern comfort and portable breakfast indulgence. Imagine fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, savory sausage gravy, melty cheese, and more, all wrapped up in a warm, golden tortilla. Below is a long, detailed recipe with customizable upgrade ideas to take it to the next level.

🌯 Sausage Gravy Breakfast Burrito

Servings: 4 large burritos

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30–35 minutes

Total Time: ~55 minutes

Difficulty: Moderate

Rich, hearty, portable Southern comfort in every bite.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Sausage Gravy:

• 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage (pork, spicy, or maple-flavored)
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter (optional, if sausage is lean)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ cups whole milk (warm)
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp onion powder
• Optional: pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper

For the Burrito Base:

• 6 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk or cream (for fluffier eggs)
• 2 tbsp butter or oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, pepper jack)
• 2 cups cooked hash browns or home fries (crispy-style)
• ½ cup sautéed peppers and onions (optional)
• 4 large flour tortillas (10–12 inch, burrito size)

Optional Add-ins:

• Cooked crispy bacon or diced ham
• Hot sauce or jalapeños
• Avocado or guacamole
• Chopped scallions or chives
• Fresh spinach or arugula
• Salsa or pico de gallo

🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Sausage Gravy

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the sausage until browned and no longer pink (about 8–10 minutes).
2. Do not drain unless there is excessive grease. If using lean sausage, add 2–3 tbsp butter.
3. Sprinkle the flour evenly over the sausage and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
4. Gradually add warm milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
5. Stir in salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, until thickened (5–7 minutes).
   🔥 Optional: Add a dash of cayenne or hot sauce for a kick.
6. Remove from heat and keep warm.

2. Prepare the Eggs

1. Crack eggs into a bowl, whisk with milk or cream, and season with salt and pepper.
2. Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
3. Pour in the eggs and cook slowly, gently folding as they set, until fluffy and just cooked through.
   🥚 Tip: Avoid overcooking—slightly soft eggs will finish cooking in the burrito.

3. Cook the Hash Browns

1. If using frozen hash browns, cook according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
2. For fresh: shred potatoes, rinse, drain, squeeze dry in a towel, and pan-fry in oil until golden on both sides.
3. Season with salt and pepper.

🥔 Upgrade: Mix in cheese, scallions, or seasonings like paprika or chili powder.

4. Warm the Tortillas

• Wrap tortillas in foil and warm in a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes
  OR
• Microwave under a damp paper towel for 30 seconds until soft and pliable

5. Assemble the Burritos

Suggested Layering Order (from bottom to top):

1. Scoop of sausage gravy (about ¼ cup)
2. Layer of hash browns
3. Spoonful of scrambled eggs
4. Shredded cheese (melts against hot eggs)
5. Extra sausage gravy drizzle
6. Optional extras: peppers, hot sauce, avocado, spinach, bacon, etc.

🌯 Tip: Keep filling in the center for easy rolling.

6. Roll and Toast the Burrito

• Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
• Optional: Brush with butter and toast seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy.

🧈 Bonus: Toasted burritos hold their shape better and taste even more decadent.

🌟 Burrito Upgrade Ideas

🔥 Spicy Southwest Version:

• Add roasted jalapeños, chipotle aioli, pepper jack cheese, and salsa verde.

🧄 Garlic Herb Gourmet:

• Stir chopped garlic and fresh herbs (thyme, chives) into hash browns.
• Use Gruyère or smoked gouda in place of cheddar.

🥑 California Style:

• Add fresh sliced avocado, arugula, tomato, and a light smear of goat cheese.

🐖 Pork Lover’s Edition:

• Include both sausage AND crispy bacon inside.
• Use bacon grease to cook the hash browns.

🥡 Storage & Meal Prep

For Storage:

• Wrap tightly in foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 4 days.
• Freeze individually wrapped burritos for up to 2 months.

To Reheat:

• From fridge: Microwave 1–2 minutes or toast in a skillet.
• From freezer: Wrap in foil and bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or microwave with paper towel for 4–5 minutes, flipping halfway.

🧾 Bonus: Quick Homemade Sausage Spice Blend

Want to make your own sausage from ground pork or turkey?

• 1 lb ground pork or turkey
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp sage
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp thyme
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
• 1 tsp brown sugar (optional)
  Mix well and use in place of store-bought sausage.

Would you like a printable version, a vegetarian alternative, or an easy freezer-batch guide for making a dozen at once?