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Bacon, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Burrito with Tater Tots

Cultural Context

The breakfast burrito, a staple of American breakfast culture, originated in the Southwest, particularly in California and New Mexico. It combines the classic breakfast elements of bacon, eggs, and cheese wrapped in a soft tortilla, making it a convenient and satisfying meal. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different ingredients like vegetables or salsas, appealing to diverse tastes and preferences.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
6 slices bacon
8 large eggs
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large flour tortillas
2 cups frozen tater tots
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
hot sauce to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber, while corn tortillas are often less expensive.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly may be cheaper depending on the region.

1

Cook tater tots in the oven according to package instructions until golden and crispy.

2

In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Remove bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels, leaving a small amount of bacon fat in the pan.

4

In the same skillet, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until combined.

5

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring gently, until just set, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Add cooked bacon and shredded cheddar cheese to the eggs, stirring until cheese melts.

7

Warm flour tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.

8

Spoon the egg and bacon mixture onto the center of each tortilla.

9

Top with chopped green onions, sour cream, and hot sauce as desired.

10

Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it up from the bottom to enclose the filling.

11

Heat a clean skillet over medium heat and place the burrito seam-side down, cooking until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.

12

Serve the burritos with crispy tater tots on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Breakfast BurritoBacon Egg Cheese Burrito

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