Savory Sausage and Egg Cups
Protein-rich breakfast cups baked with crumbled sausage and herbs, featuring a creamy egg base that holds perfectly for a satisfying morning meal.
Cuisine: American
Category: Breakfast
Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.
Serves 6.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1/2 pound ground sausage until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Step 3: Whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives in a bowl.
- Step 4: Divide cooked sausage evenly among muffin cups. Pour egg mixture over sausage until cups are 3/4 full.
- Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set, then cool for 5 minutes before removing.