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If you've got a hectic morning, these English muffin mini pizzas will save the day. Start with golden English muffins, spoon on rich sausage gravy, top with fluffy scrambled eggs, then plenty of gooey cheddar. No wonder my family begs for these warm, cheesy open-faced breakfasts.
The first time I made these, it was before a Saturday game. Everyone polished them off in minutes. Now, "breakfast pizza" is what my family wants whenever something special is happening.
Tasty Ingredients
- English muffins: Pick sturdy ones that bounce back when squeezed. Skip the crumbly types for a firmer base.
- Large eggs: Go for really fresh, free-range eggs—scrambled eggs turn out creamier that way.
- Breakfast sausage: Fully cooked and broken into bits. Classic pork sausage rocks, but turkey’s good too—just use something flavorful.
- Mild cheddar cheese: Freshly grated melts better and goes all gooey.
- Milk: Any milk you have works, but whole milk is extra tasty. Adds fluffiness to eggs and helps make the gravy silky.
- Sausage drippings: Save the tasty grease from cooking sausage—it gives awesome flavor to your gravy.
- All-purpose flour: A scoop thickens the gravy; nothing fancy needed, just a good pantry flour.
- Salt: Regular table salt is fine to boost all the flavor.
- Black pepper: Grind some up fresh for the best kick.
Easy How-To
- Serve It Up:
- After baking, let things cool just a bit so nobody burns fingers. These are best eaten warm—though my family barely waits a minute.
- Bake:
- Push the tray into your hot oven. When the cheese is bubbly and melted everywhere, they're good to go. Your house will smell amazing.
- Build the Pizzas:
- Heat oven to 350 F (180 C). Lay out split muffins on a pan, cut side up. Spread on sausage gravy, then pile on eggs, sprinkle sausage bits, and finally top with cheddar.
- Scramble the Eggs:
- Crack those eggs in a bowl, splash in some milk, and whisk until it looks light and foamy. Pour into a skillet on medium heat, gently stir, and cook until just set but still soft. Take off the heat before they dry out.
- Make the Sausage Gravy:
- Mix sausage drippings and flour in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking constantly until it turns golden and smells a bit nutty—should take a couple minutes. Pour in milk a little at a time, whisking smooth. Let it thicken up, then salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to use.
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The best part? Chunky sausage gravy. It totally reminds me of big breakfasts with the family. Everyone always asks for seconds.
Keeping Them Fresh
Pop leftovers in an airtight box and keep them chilled for up to three days. To reheat, use your toaster oven or bake to get the top nice and melty. You can also freeze them fully made—wrap each one up for a speedy breakfast you can warm straight from the freezer.
Swaps and Switches
Love switching it up? Use mozzarella or even pepper jack for a different cheese vibe. Swap sausage with bacon or ham. Want more veggies? Throw in sautéed spinach or sweet peppers. Gluten-free English muffins work fine if you need it wheat-free.
How to Serve
Slice these into smaller bites for brunch parties. They go great with cold fruit salad or a big glass of OJ. Fancy it up with chopped fresh chives or parsley right on top.
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Backstory
This dish takes a retro American diner favorite and makes it easy to whip up at home. Think part biscuits and gravy, part speedy morning fix—all the cozy flavors packed into one little muffin. For plenty of families, it’s now a go-to weekend treat.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → Is it okay to use a different cheese for this?
For sure! Sharp cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack all work if you want to switch up the taste or how it melts.
- → Can sausage gravy be made ahead?
Yep, you can make the gravy up to 2 days in advance and keep it chilled. Just reheat it slowly and stir before using when you're making breakfast.
- → What’s the trick for soft, fluffy eggs?
Whisk the eggs with a bit of milk, cook them slow over medium-low heat, and stir gently. That way they’ll stay nice and tender, not dry out.
- → Are these muffin pizzas freezable?
Definitely. Bake them, let them cool, then wrap each one by itself. Toss them in the freezer. Later, heat in the oven until bubbling hot and melted.
- → What sides go well here?
They’re great with a bowl of fruit, crispy roasted potatoes, or even a little salad to round out your meal.