Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls are a great way to start your day with a hearty meal. These bowls combine potatoes, sausage, eggs, and cheese, offering a balanced breakfast that you can prepare ahead of time. Simply store them in the fridge and grab one in the morning for a delicious, nutritious start.

Why Make This Recipe

Making breakfast can often be a rush, especially on busy mornings. With Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls, you save time while still enjoying a filling meal. They’re perfect for those who want to plan their breakfasts in advance or for families needing quick breakfast options. They’re also customizable, so you can add or swap ingredients according to your taste.

How to Make Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Ingredients

• 7 medium red potatoes
• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 6 eggs
• Splash of milk for the eggs (Optional)
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Wash and dice the red potatoes into small cubes. Place them on a greased baking sheet in a single layer, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook the sausage on the stovetop in a large skillet with the bell pepper over medium heat until the sausage is fully browned. Drain if needed and set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, beat 6 large eggs with a splash of milk and add salt and pepper. Scramble the eggs in a pan until just cooked. Pour the eggs into the pan with the sausage mixture and stir until fully combined.
5. Once the potatoes are done, begin assembling the bowls. Evenly divide the potatoes among 6 containers, then add the sausage and egg mixture. Sprinkle the tops with 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar.
6. Let the bowls cool completely, then place the lids on tightly and store them in the fridge until ready to use.

How to Serve Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

To serve, simply grab a bowl from the fridge and heat it in the microwave for a minute or two until warm. You can enjoy it as is or add your favorite condiments like hot sauce or salsa.

How to Store Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Store the bowls in airtight containers in the fridge. They can stay fresh for about 4-5 days, making them perfect for meal prep.

Tips to Make Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

• Feel free to switch out the sausage for turkey sausage or a meat-free option.
• Add more veggies such as spinach, onions, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
• Customize the cheese by trying different types such as pepper jack or mozzarella.

Variation

You can make these bowls vegetarian by omitting the sausage and adding more veggies like zucchini or kale.

FAQs

1. How long do these breakfast bowls last in the fridge?
They last about 4-5 days in the fridge.

2. Can I freeze the Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls?
Yes, you can freeze them for up to a month. Just make sure to thaw them in the fridge before reheating.

3. Can I use different types of potatoes?
Absolutely! You can use sweet potatoes or any other kind of potatoes you prefer.

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls

Delicious and customizable breakfast bowls loaded with potatoes, sausage, eggs, and cheese, perfect for meal prep.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 7 medium medium red potatoes
• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 6 eggs large eggs preferred
• 1 splash milk optional for eggs
• 1 large green bell pepper diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. Wash and dice the red potatoes into small cubes. Place them on a greased baking sheet in a single layer, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. Roast the potatoes for 20-25 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the sausage on the stovetop in a large skillet with the bell pepper over medium heat until the sausage is fully browned. Drain if needed and set aside.
5. In a medium bowl, beat 6 large eggs with a splash of milk and add salt and pepper. Scramble the eggs in a pan until just cooked.
6. Pour the eggs into the pan with the sausage mixture and stir until fully combined.
7. Once the potatoes are done, begin assembling the bowls. Evenly divide the potatoes among 6 containers, then add the sausage and egg mixture.
8. Sprinkle the tops with 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar.
9. Let the bowls cool completely, then place the lids on tightly and store them in the fridge until ready to use.

Serving

1. To serve, simply grab a bowl from the fridge and heat it in the microwave for a minute or two until warm.
2. Enjoy it as is or add your favorite condiments like hot sauce or salsa.

Storage

1. Store the bowls in airtight containers in the fridge. They can stay fresh for about 4-5 days.

Notes

Feel free to switch out the sausage for turkey sausage or a meat-free option. Add more veggies such as spinach, onions, or mushrooms for extra nutrition. Customize the cheese by trying different types such as pepper jack or mozzarella. These bowls can also be made vegetarian by omitting the sausage and adding more veggies like zucchini or kale.