Connecticut wic program

This recipe provided by Connecticut Department of Public Health WIC and SNAP-Ed

Breakfast Burritos

These breakfast burritos are a satisfying start to the day
Course: Breakfast
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs (WIC approved)
  • 2 tbls 1% or nonfat/skim milk (WIC approved)
  • 2 large whole wheat tortillas (warmed) (WIC approved)
  • 1/2 ounce cheddar cheese (shredded) (WIC approved)
  • 1/4 cup salsa

Instructions

  • Shred cheddar cheese.
  • Beat together the eggs and milk in a small bowl.
  • Lightly coat skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Pour egg mixture into pan and cook, stirring constantly, over medium to low heat until eggs become firm. Remove from heat (eggs will continue to cook).
  • Spoon half of egg mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top each with half of the cheese.
  • Fold or roll tortilla and serve with salsa.

Notes

  • This hot breakfast is easy to wrap in foil or parchment and take with you if time is short.
  • If you want to cut back on fat and cholesterol, substitute 2 egg whites for a whole egg.
  • Use fresh salsa to reduce sodium.
Recipe adapted from: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsavings/recipes/breakfast-burritos
This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - SNAP. SNAP helps low income people buy nutritious food for a better diet. To get more information contact the CT Department of Social Services at 1- (855) 626-6632 or WWW.CT.gov/dss . USDA does not endorse any products, services, or organizations. Provided by Department of Public Health in partnership with the University of Saint Joseph. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.