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

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 6-cup muffin tin with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Step 4: Divide cooked sausage evenly among muffin cups. Pour egg mixture over sausage until cups are 3/4 full.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set, then cool for 5 minutes before removing.