Pizza For Breakfast
Ingredients
1 tube of biscuit dough
4 large eggs
1 pound ground breakfast sausage
2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Flour
Milk
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat the oven to 325*
Open and remove the biscuits from the tube
Place the biscuits onto the pan and flatten them out and press edges together to form a solid crust
Step 2:
Bake for 5 to 6 minutes
While the crust is in the oven, crumble the ground sausage in a skillet and brown until it is thoroughly cooked.
Drain half of the excess grease from the sausage and place half of the sausage on a plate and set to the side
Stir a tbsp or 2 of flour into the skillet and whisk it in the remaining fat in the pan
Slowly add the milk stirring constantly, until you reach the desired consistency
Step 3:
In another skillet, add 1 tbsp of butter to the skillet and beat the eggs. Then pour into the skillet and make scrambled eggs
Remove the crust from the oven
Top with the sauce by spreading it evenly over the crust,
Top with the cooked sausage, scrambled eggs and shredded cheese
Step 4:
Bake for 15 minutes
Serve hot
Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
YIELD: 12 SERVING SIZE: 1
Amount Per Serving:
CALORIES: 136 | TOTAL FAT: 12g | SATURATED FAT: 6g | TRANS FAT: 6g | CHOLESTEROL: 134mg | SODIUM: 242mg | CARBOHYDRATES: 148g | SUGAR: 8g | PROTEIN: 12g
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of a tube?
Yes, you can use homemade biscuit dough.
Ensure it’s rolled out to a similar thickness.
How do I prevent the crust from getting soggy?
Pre-baking the crust for a few minutes helps to prevent it from getting soggy when you add the toppings.
Can I use a different type of cheese?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with your favorite cheeses like mozzarella, pepper jack, or feta.
Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the sausage gravy ahead and refrigerate.
Reheat before using on the pizza.
Can I add vegetables to the pizza?
Certainly! Bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes make great additions to breakfast pizza.
Can I make a vegetarian version?
Absolutely, omit the sausage and consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
How do I adjust cooking time for a crispier crust?
Increase the baking time slightly, keeping an eye on the pizza until the crust is golden brown.
Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, you can use bacon, ham, or even turkey sausage as an alternative to ground breakfast sausage.
How can I make the eggs fluffy?
Whisk the eggs well before cooking and consider adding a splash of milk for fluffier scrambled eggs.
Can I freeze leftover pizza for later?
Yes, allow it to cool, wrap it well, and freeze. Reheat in the oven for best results.