Breakfast Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Breakfast Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced; 12 ounces breakfast sausage, removed from casing; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 3/4 cups milk; 4 ounces cream cheese, diced; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided; 2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese, divided; 8 ounces macaroni, cooked for 6 minutes, drained and rinsed with cool water; 2 cups chopped tomatoes; 10 ounces cooked tater tots; 6 large eggs; 3 tablespoons sliced scallion tops

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
12 ounces breakfast sausage, removed from casing
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups milk
4 ounces cream cheese, diced
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese, divided
8 ounces macaroni, cooked for 6 minutes, drained and rinsed with cool water
2 cups chopped tomatoes
10 ounces cooked tater tots
6 large eggs
3 tablespoons sliced scallion tops

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3-5 minutes. Add sausage and cook, breaking apart into bite size pieces, until browned. Stir in flour until completely combined then add the milk and bring to a simmer. Once the mixture has thickened, stir in the cream cheese, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese and 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese until completely combined and melted.
2
Fold in the cooked macaroni, tomatoes, salt and pepper and transfer to a 2-quart casserole dish. Top with tater tots, then use a spoon to create 6 wells and break eggs into each well. Top with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and monterey jack cheeses, avoiding covering the eggs. Bake until egg whites are set, about 12-15 minutes.
3
Top with sliced scallions and serve.

934

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced, 12 ounces breakfast sausage, removed from casing, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Breakfast Mac & Cheese falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Breakfast Mac & Cheese

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