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Simple English Muffin Morning Pizzas
I whipped up these morning pizzas when my children wanted something both enjoyable and substantial before heading to school. They've now become our cherished family tradition each morning. The mix of crunchy English muffins, smooth sausage gravy, and gooey cheese makes for total breakfast bliss. What's great is how quickly they come together, turning even the busiest mornings into something a bit more wonderful.
A Morning Meal Everybody Craves
These small pizzas have turned our morning schedule around many times. They're super easy to assemble but still feel like you're getting a special treat. I'm happy that I can get things ready ahead for calm mornings. My kids and partner can't get enough of that thick sausage gravy with melted cheese mix, and I like how they work with many food preferences.
Your Grocery Items
- English Muffins: Brown them just enough for a sturdy foundation.
- Cheese: Newly grated gives the best melt.
- Sausage: The main ingredient in our flavorful gravy.
- Onions: They bring amazing taste to the dish.
- Flour: It helps our gravy reach perfect thickness.
- Milk: Full-fat creates the richest sauce.
- Eggs: Cook them until barely firm.
- Bacon: Since it improves just about anything.
- Seasonings: Basic salt and pepper enhance all flavors.
Let's Cook Breakfast
- Brown the Muffins
- Make them slightly golden so they'll stay firmer underneath.
- Make Sausage Gravy
- Cook your meat, soften those onions and then whip up that smooth gravy.
- Fix the Eggs and Bacon
- Beat your eggs just enough and break up that crunchy bacon.
- Build Your Pizzas
- Stack everything onto your muffins with lots of cheese on top.
- Heat and Brown
- Warm them till bubbling in your oven with a quick top heat for browning.
Keeping Extras for Tomorrow
They stay good in your fridge about 3 days. I prefer warming them in the countertop oven to maintain that crisp bottom. I often make more than needed and pop them in the freezer - they're fantastic for those super rushed mornings when you just want to heat and eat.
Turning It Into a Complete Breakfast
We like to add fresh leafy greens or cut tomatoes alongside. For weekend gatherings I'll spread out yogurt cups with berries and potato squares too. Letting everyone add their own favorite toppings makes breakfast more exciting.
My Top Morning Food Advice
That light browning of muffins really counts. Always shred cheese yourself as it melts way better. Don't stack too many ingredients or they'll fall apart. For my pals with gluten problems I grab alternative muffins and double-check that all our stuff is properly labeled.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prepare the gravy early?
Definitely! Make the sausage gravy beforehand and keep it in the fridge. Reheat it slowly, adding a bit of milk if it’s too thick.
- → How can I adapt this to gluten-free?
Use gluten-free English muffins and swap the regular flour in the gravy for a gluten-free option. Everything else works as is!
- → Why not just use pre-shredded cheese?
Freshly shredded cheese melts better since it's free of anti-caking agents, giving you superior flavor and texture.
- → Can I store and freeze these for later?
Yes, assemble the pizzas and freeze them uncooked. Wrap them up individually. Bake straight from frozen, but add a little extra time to cook through.
- → What’s the best way to warm up leftovers?
The oven’s your best bet! Warm them for 5-10 minutes at 350°F. Skip the microwave; that’ll make the muffins soggy.