Egg and Cheese Tacos

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Egg and Cheese Tacos

If you have never used soft tortillas for tacos, try this recipe. These are delicious any time of day!
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Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp milk or water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 6-inch tortillas
  • 1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheese
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup salsa or chopped tomatoes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooked meat such as turkey or chicken optional

Instructions

  • Set skillet to medium-high heat and add oil or butter.
  • Heat tortillas in bottom of pan for about 1 minute. Remove and wrap in a paper towel.
  • Mix milk, pepper, and eggs with a fork in a bowl and then pour into warm skillet.
  • Heat until cooked through (not wet), stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
  • Place filling in warmed tortillas with beans, cheese, and optional meat, and fold in half.
  • Top tacos with salsa or tomatoes.

Notes

Microwave Directions

  1. Combine milk, pepper, and eggs in the bowl with a fork.
  2. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir.
  3. Microwave for 1 more minute.
  4. Place half the egg mixture on top of each tortilla.
  5. Layer each with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1⁄4 cup beans, and meat if using.
  6. Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
  7. Fold each tortilla in half around the fillings. Top with salsa or tomatoes and serve immediately.
Serving size: 1 taco
Total calories: 256 Total fat: 7 g Saturated fat: 2 g Carbohydrates: 32 g Protein: 17 g Fiber: 6 g Sodium: 205 mg