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Southwest breakfast protein sandwich

Nutrition Information

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g
21%
Saturated Fat 5g
25%
Cholesterol 210mg
69%
Sodium 550mg
22%
Total Carbohydrate 32g
10%
Dietary Fiber 3g
12%
Protein 25g
Nutrition figures based on using fat free milk, and include an 8-ounce glass of milk.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Ingredients

  • 1 – English muffin
  • 2 – large eggs
  • 1/3 cup – milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon – black pepper, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon – chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon – ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons – green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tablespoons – red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup – shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 slice – reduced-sodium deli ham, sliced in half
  • 1/4 avocado, sliced

Pair each serving with:
8-ounce glass of milk

Add the flavors and spices of the Southwest with an egg breakfast sandwich recipe that adds 25 grams of protein at breakfast when paired with an 8-ounce glass of milk.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl combine eggs, 1/3 cup milk, pepper, chili powder, and cumin and whisk well. Stir in diced bell peppers.

Heat medium nonstick pan or skillet over medium heat. Transfer egg mixture to the pan or skillet and stir for 4-5 minutes until eggs are scrambled and fully cooked. Slice English muffin in half so that there are two slices. On top of each slice, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of cheese, one of the half slices of ham, half of the scrambled egg mixture, and half of the sliced avocados.

Place sandwiches on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 5-8 minutes until cheese is melty and ham is heated through. Serve immediately along with remaining 8-ounce glass of milk.

SOURCE:
MilkLife.com