These Sausage, Tomato, Spinach, and Mozzarella Egg Cups are a savory, delicious, and incredibly convenient solution for your weekly meal prep!

Savory Sausage, Tomato, Spinach, and Mozzarella Egg Cups: Your Ultimate Healthy Meal Prep Breakfast

Embarking on a journey towards healthier eating and efficient meal planning often feels like a daunting task. However, with the right strategies and delicious recipes, it becomes an enjoyable habit. For me, setting clear nutritional goals means planning my meals ahead of time, which has been instrumental in avoiding last-minute mealtime panic and fostering mindful, portion-controlled eating. I’m thrilled to share one of my absolute favorite breakfast meal prep solutions: these incredible Sausage, Tomato, Spinach, and Mozzarella Egg Cups, designed to streamline your mornings and nourish your body.

Embrace the Efficiency: The Power of Meal Prepping

Why dedicate time to meal preparation? The benefits are extensive and transformative. Beyond merely saving precious minutes during rushed mornings, meal prepping empowers you to make intentional choices about your health. By preparing meals in advance, you gain unparalleled control over the ingredients you consume, the portion sizes you serve, and ultimately, the nutritional profile of your diet. This proactive approach significantly reduces daily stress, curbs impulsive and unhealthy eating habits, and guarantees you always have a wholesome, delicious option readily available. These savory egg cups perfectly embody the essence of effective meal prep – they’re quick to assemble in a batch, store beautifully, and reheat flawlessly, promising a nutritious and satisfying start to every day of your busy week.

The Heart of Flavor: Featuring Premium Tuttorosso Tomatoes

Every truly exceptional recipe relies on exceptional ingredients, and for these delightful egg cups, the quality of our tomatoes is paramount. I am incredibly proud to partner with my friends at Tuttorosso Tomatoes, a brand whose products have been a cherished staple in my pantry for many years. If you’re a long-time reader, you might recall my Stuffed Pepper Soup recipe from last November, where my admiration for their quality was evident.

As home cooks, we all share the desire to serve our families and friends meals crafted from the finest components available. There’s an undeniable sense of assurance that comes with knowing the food you offer is not only incredibly delicious but also made from wholesome, top-tier ingredients. When you choose Tuttorosso products, you are confidently serving the very best. Their unwavering commitment to purity means their tomatoes are free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, ensuring a natural, authentic taste in every single bite.

For this particular recipe, I selected Tuttorosso’s Petite Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic, and Oregano. These tomatoes are a culinary revelation, picked at the peak of their ripeness and meticulously seasoned with a perfectly balanced blend of aromatic herbs and spices. A unique feature of Tuttorosso is their innovative can liner, specifically designed to seal in that fresh-from-the-vine tomato flavor, preserving its vibrancy. The culmination of these quality controls is an unparalleled excellence you can distinctly see, smell, and taste, transforming these simple egg cups into an extraordinary culinary experience.

Assembling Your Delicious Egg Cups: A Blend of Textures and Tastes

These sensational egg cups are a delightful symphony of textures and tastes, where each ingredient plays a vital role in creating a truly satisfying bite. We begin with hearty pork breakfast sausage, which provides a rich, savory foundation. Then, the star ingredient – those intensely flavorful Tuttorosso diced tomatoes – introduces a vibrant burst of freshness and a touch of acidity that perfectly balances the richness. Fresh baby spinach leaves contribute a vibrant green hue and a healthy dose of essential nutrients, while creamy fresh mozzarella melts into luscious pockets of pure delight. The eggs, whisked to perfection with a hint of half and half, form a luxurious, custardy base that binds all the components together. And for an unexpected yet brilliant textural element, cubed French bread is incorporated, soaking up the egg mixture to add a wonderful, soft bread pudding-like quality to each savory cup.

The true beauty of this recipe lies not only in its exquisite flavor but also in its remarkable simplicity and efficiency. The active preparation time is surprisingly brief, less than 20 minutes, followed by a straightforward bake time of approximately 30-35 minutes. This yields eight generous 8-ounce cups, making it an ideal solution for a week’s worth of hassle-free breakfasts, or even quick and satisfying light lunches or dinners. Imagine dedicating a relaxing Sunday evening or a quiet Monday morning to whipping up a batch, then effortlessly enjoying these delightful, high-protein portions throughout your busy week, without any morning rush.

Maximizing Your Meal Prep: Tips for Success and Customization

No individual ramekins on hand? Absolutely no problem! This recipe is incredibly adaptable and performs beautifully when baked in a standard-sized muffin tin. Simply divide the flavorful egg mixture evenly among the muffin cups and bake until they are beautifully set, puffy, and boast a lovely golden-brown crust on top. If you opt for a muffin tin instead of 8-ounce ramekins, you can expect this recipe to yield approximately 12-14 standard-sized muffin cups, providing even more grab-and-go options.

While fresh mozzarella imparts a wonderfully creamy texture and mild flavor, don’t hesitate to personalize your egg cups by experimenting with other cheeses. Sharp cheddar, nutty fontina, or even a robust pepper jack would be equally delicious, adding a unique character to each bite. For the best results and a pleasant texture, I recommend using fresh baby spinach leaves, ensuring the stems are neatly trimmed and the leaves are roughly chopped before incorporating them into the mixture. If you’re looking to vary the protein, lean ground turkey or chicken sausage can easily replace the pork. For a fantastic vegetarian alternative, consider sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or even crumbled firm tofu as superb substitutes.

So, let’s banish the notion of skipping the most important meal of the day! Treat yourself to these exceptionally easy-to-make, nourishing, high-protein, and wonderfully portable egg cups. They are perfectly portioned for individual enjoyment and are utterly delicious from the very first bite to the last. Enjoy the convenience and flavor!

Recipe: Sausage, Tomato, Spinach, and Mozzarella Egg Cups

These savory egg cups are packed with flavor, incredibly satisfying, and truly perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a light meal throughout your busy week. Simple to prepare, they are an excellent addition to any meal prep routine!

• Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
• Yields: 8 (8-ounce) cups
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 8 oz. bulk pork breakfast sausage
• 10 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups half and half
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups French bread, cut into small cubes (approx. 1/2-inch pieces)
• 1 (14.5-oz.) can Tuttorosso Petite Diced Tomatoes with Basil, Garlic and Oregano, thoroughly drained
• 3 cups baby spinach leaves, stems trimmed and roughly chopped
• 1 (8-oz.) fresh mozzarella ball, cut into small cubes or gently ripped into small pieces
• Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling on top, if desired

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and position an oven rack in the middle of the oven.
2. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Lightly spray eight 8-ounce ramekins with nonstick cooking spray, then arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the bulk pork breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks until it is no longer pink and is fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat from the cooked sausage and set it aside to cool slightly.
4. In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, half and half, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until all ingredients are well blended and the mixture is smooth.
5. To the whisked egg mixture, first add the French bread cubes. Gently push them down with a spatula to ensure they are thoroughly coated and begin to soak up the egg mixture. Next, fold in the cooked and drained sausage, the drained Tuttorosso diced tomatoes, the roughly chopped baby spinach, and the cubed fresh mozzarella. Mix everything until all ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.
6. Carefully and evenly distribute the prepared egg mixture into the eight greased ramekins. If you wish, sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese over the top of each cup for extra flavor and a golden finish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the egg cups are fully set, appear nicely puffy, and have achieved a beautiful golden-brown color on top.
8. Once baked, remove the ramekins from the oven and allow them to cool for approximately 5 minutes before serving. This helps them set further and makes them easier to handle.

Chef’s Notes & Storage Tips:

• If individual ramekins are unavailable, a standard 12-cup muffin pan can be used as a substitute. This recipe will yield approximately 12-14 standard-sized muffin cups. Adjust baking time slightly if necessary, observing for set centers and golden-brown tops.
• While fresh mozzarella is recommended for its exquisite creaminess, feel free to get creative with other cheese varieties. Cheddar, fontina, Gruyère, or even a spicy Monterey Jack would make excellent additions.
• Ensure the baby spinach leaves are thoroughly washed, stems trimmed, and roughly chopped to integrate well into the egg mixture.
• These egg cups are delightful whether served warm, at room temperature, or gently reheated. For meal prepping, store any leftover egg cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat them gently in the microwave or a low oven until warmed through for a quick and easy meal.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving, Estimated)

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 301mg | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1620IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 2mg

Recipe Classification

Keyword: eggs, breakfast, meal prep, healthy, savory, easy

Cuisine: American

Course: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner