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Easy Teacher Appreciation Breakfast Muffin Cups Recipe

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These portable, perfectly portioned breakfast muffin cups are a lifesaver for busy mornings. Made with eggs, cheese, sausage, and spinach, they come together in under 30 minutes and are perfect for a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 lb pre-cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin generously with non-stick spray or butter.
  2. If using raw sausage, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly. If using pre-cooked sausage, just crumble it. Thaw frozen spinach in the microwave for about 30 seconds, then squeeze dry in a clean kitchen towel. Finely dice the red bell pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, crack the 8 eggs. Add the milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds until the mixture is frothy and well-combined.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled sausage, squeezed spinach, and diced bell pepper. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
  5. Using a ladle or a 1/4-cup measure, divide the egg mixture evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Fill each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the muffin cups are set in the center and lightly golden on top. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
  7. Let the muffin cups cool in the tin for 2-3 minutes. Then, run a knife around the edges to loosen them and transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For extra crispy edges, brush the muffin cups with a little melted butter before baking. Don’t overmix the egg mixture once fillings are added. Grease the muffin tin generously to prevent sticking. Let the muffin cups rest in the tin for 2-3 minutes before removing.

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