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One morning my kids wanted a fun breakfast that would keep them full at school, so I put these together on a whim. Now they've become something we all look forward to after rolling out of bed. The way the sausage gravy melts into those toasted muffins with lots of cheese is just awesome. It's honestly so fast and easy, I can whip them up even when everyone’s running late.
A Morning Hit With Everyone
If you need an easy breakfast win, these are it. They're so quick to throw together and always a big hit. You can even prep the parts ahead and just finish in the morning to keep things easy. My crew loves how rich that gravy and gooey cheese gets, and I like that they're easy to tweak for food allergies or different tastes.
What To Grab At The Store
- Bacon: Adds a salty crunch you can't beat.
- Eggs: Soft scrambled is the way to go here.
- Seasonings: A shake of salt and pepper brings out all the flavors.
- Milk: Whole milk’s what makes that sauce extra creamy.
- Flour: Thickens up the sausage gravy just right.
- Onions: Chopped up, they make everything tastier.
- Sausage: Gets browned for the gravy—use your favorite kind.
- Cheese: I always shred my own because it melts so well.
- English Muffins: Give these a good toasting so they don’t get soggy.
Let’s Whip Up Breakfast
- Bake and Broil
- Toss your loaded pizzas in the oven till they’re heated, then pop them under the broiler until the tops are golden and cheesy.
- Build Your Pizzas
- Stack the goodies on your muffins—start with gravy, then eggs, bacon, and end with a heap of cheese.
- Scramble Eggs and Fry Bacon
- Make some scrambled eggs just the way you like and crisp up bacon to crumble on top.
- Cook Up The Gravy
- First, brown the sausage and onions, then stir in flour, milk, and seasonings to finish the gravy.
- Toast Those Muffins
- Pop your muffins in the toaster till they’re nice and golden (that helps keep things sturdy).
Saving Extras
You can stash these in the fridge for up to 3 days. They're best reheated in a toaster oven so the bottoms stay crispy. If I have time, I’ll make a double batch and freeze some—they’re a total life-saver on mornings when time is tight, just warm them up and you’re set.
Turn Breakfast Into A Feast
I like serving these with a pile of fresh greens or a few tomato slices. On weekends, I go big with hash browns and make-your-own yogurt parfaits. A toppings bar is always popular, so everyone can decorate their breakfast their way—it turns a regular breakfast into a mini party.
My Top Breakfast Tricks
You’ve got to toast the muffins just enough—that makes all the difference! Hand-shredded cheese wins every time for meltiness. Skip loading on too many toppings or everything falls apart. For gluten-free folks, just grab special muffins and double-check the rest of the ingredients are safe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prep the gravy in advance?
Absolutely! Store your gravy in the fridge after cooking. When reheating, add a little milk if it's too thick.
- → How do I make these without gluten?
Use gluten-free muffins and replace the regular flour in the gravy with a gluten-free alternative. Everything else works the same!
- → Why not use pre-shredded cheese?
Freshly shredded cheese melts smoother and tastes better since it doesn't have anti-clumping ingredients mixed in.
- → Can I freeze them for later?
Sure! Assemble the pizzas but don't bake yet. Individually wrap and freeze them. Pop directly into the oven when ready, just increase the bake time slightly.
- → What’s the best way to warm up leftovers?
Heat them in the oven at 350°F for about 5-10 minutes. Skip the microwave since it can make the muffins soggy.