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Crispy Baked Sausage and Spinach Taquitos

Baked Sausage, Spinach, and Egg Breakfast Taquitos are a delightful, easy-to-make dish perfect for holiday brunches, combining hearty flavors in a crispy tortilla.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Filling
  • 1 lb. Italian sausage
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray or additional olive oil for brushing

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). The smell of warm tortillas baking will transform your kitchen into a cozy haven.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Allow it to cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Once the sausage is crispy and browned, toss in the fresh spinach, cooking until wilted—just about 2-3 minutes suffices. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and spinach in the skillet. Stir gently until the eggs are fully cooked and just set.
  4. Lay out a tortilla and place a generous scoop of the sausage and egg mixture in the center. Top with a sprinkle of cheese. Carefully roll the tortilla tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas.
  5. Arrange the rolled taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray or brush the tops with cooking spray or olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

While testing this recipe, I found that the balance of flavors is essential; the sweet sausage and earthy spinach create a wonderful harmony. I also learned that a little extra cheese makes all the difference in achieving that gooey, comforting bite that everyone will crave.