Southern Sausage Enchiladas with Sausage Gravy Recipe
A hearty and comforting Southern twist on classic enchiladas featuring spicy breakfast sausage, creamy sausage gravy, fluffy eggs, crispy tater tots, and melty cheeses wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for brunch or a satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 10 enchiladas
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 3/4 cups milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Egg Filling
- 10 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter
Assembly and Toppings
- 2 cups cooked tater tots
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 fajita-size flour tortillas
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground breakfast sausage with diced onion and minced jalapeno until the sausage is browned and onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the cooked sausage mixture and stir to combine. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add salt and pepper, and continue cooking and stirring until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Prepare the Eggs: In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Beat the eggs in a bowl, then scramble them gently in the pan until just cooked through but still moist. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out a tortilla, spoon some sausage gravy down the center, add a portion of scrambled eggs, and sprinkle with a mix of Pepper Jack and cheddar cheeses. Add some cooked tater tots on top before rolling the tortilla tightly. Repeat for all tortillas.
- Bake the Enchiladas: Place the assembled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish. Spoon any remaining sausage gravy over the top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Use mild or hot breakfast sausage depending on your heat preference.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream, or sliced green onions.
- For a lower-fat option, use reduced-fat milk and lean sausage.
- Make sure tater tots are crispy before assembling; you can bake or air-fry them.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.