GREEN CHILI BREAKFAST BURRITOS
I lived for a while in the Southwest, where we wrapped everything up in a tortilla. Breakfast burritos in any combination are popular there, especially with green chilies.
—ANGELA SPENGLER MECHANICSBURG, PA
START TO FINISH: 25 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
6 eggs
3 egg whites
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
Dash cayenne pepper
4 breakfast turkey sausage links, casings removed
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed
6 tablespoons salsa
1. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, jalapeno and cayenne; set aside.
2. Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Push sausage to the sides of pan. Pour egg mixture into center of pan. Cook and stir until set. Sprinkle with cheese and chilies. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand until the cheese is melted.
3. Place 1/3 cup egg mixture off center on each tortilla. Fold sides and end over filling and roll up. Top with salsa.
NOTE Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.