Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound (454 grams) bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 pound (454 grams) breakfast sausage, cooked and drained
- 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (120 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 (10-inch) flour tortillas
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set aside on paper towels to drain.
- Add the breakfast sausage to the skillet and cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked bacon, breakfast sausage, and bell peppers to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
- Heat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat. Spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place a tortilla on the griddle and spread with a thin layer of the egg mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 450 per serving
- Fat: 20 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Easy to make and customizable
- Savory and satisfying
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch
User Comments:
- "These quesadillas are the best! They're so flavorful and satisfying." - John Smith
- "I love that you can add whatever you want to these quesadillas. I always add some salsa and avocado." - Mary Jones
- "These quesadillas are a great way to use up leftover bacon and breakfast sausage." - David Brown
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the bacon and breakfast sausage thoroughly.
- If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the bacon and sausage in batches.
- You can use any type of cheese you like in these quesadillas.
- Serve with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.