Egg Recipes by Cooking Speed: 45 Fast Breakfast Ideas

15 recipes in this roundup

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   1.Five Minute Microwave

   Mug scramble: Beat eggs, scallions, cheddar in a mug, cooking two 30 second bursts with one stir. Reheat by microwave for 45 seconds; freezing does not suit tender curds. Tortilla fold: Microwave eggs on a tortilla, add salsa and cheese. Reheat in a skillet for 60 seconds; freeze assembled folds. Ricotta bowl: Fold eggs with ricotta and herbs. Reheat by microwave for 40 seconds; freezing does not suit it for rushed mornings.

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   2.Eight Minute Skillets

   Soft scrambled eggs: Cook eggs over low heat, pulling them slowly into small folds with butter. Reheat by microwave for 45 seconds; freezing does not suit their texture. Pizza eggs: Set eggs in a skillet with marinara, mozzarella, and oregano. Reheat covered in a skillet for 75 seconds; freeze individual portions. Bean and egg tacos: Scramble eggs with beans and cumin. Reheat by microwave for 50 seconds; freeze filled tacos for later.

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   3.Ten Minute Toasts

   Fried egg toast: Fry an egg until edges crisp, then slide it onto toast with pepper. Reheat in a skillet for 60 seconds; freezing does not suit it. Pesto egg toast: Spread pesto, add an egg, and cover the pan. Reheat in a toaster oven for 90 seconds; freezing does not suit it. Ham egg toast: Layer ham beneath an egg. Reheat in a skillet for 60 seconds; freeze the ham separately.

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   4.Twelve Minute Omelets

   Cheese omelet: Cook beaten eggs over low heat, add cheddar, then fold while the center stays soft. Reheat in a skillet for 75 seconds; freezing does not suit it. Mushroom omelet: Sauté mushrooms first, then add eggs and thyme. Reheat in a skillet for 75 seconds; freeze filling separately. Herb omelet: Use parsley, chives, and a little goat cheese. Reheat by microwave for 45 seconds; freezing does not suit it at all.

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   5.Crisp Breakfast Quesadilla

   Breakfast quesadilla: Fill a tortilla with scrambled eggs, cheese, and peppers, then crisp both sides. Reheat in a skillet for 90 seconds; freeze wedges individually. Egg fried rice: Toss cooked rice with eggs, peas, and soy sauce. Reheat by microwave for 75 seconds; freeze portions in flat containers. Egg salad pita: Chop cooked eggs with celery and mustard. Reheat by microwave for 30 seconds, though cold works; freezing does not suit filling.

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   6.Quick Tomato Eggs

   Shakshuka shortcut: Simmer jarred tomato sauce with cumin, crack in eggs, and cover until set. Reheat by microwave for 90 seconds; freezing does not suit the eggs. Eggs in purgatory: Use spicy tomato sauce, garlic, and basil. Reheat covered in a skillet for 90 seconds; freezing does not suit it. Chickpea eggs: Warm chickpeas under eggs with smoked paprika. Reheat by microwave for 75 seconds; freeze the chickpeas separately for later breakfasts.

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   7.Fifteen Minute Frittatas

   Spinach frittata: Cook spinach and eggs in an ovenproof skillet until the middle is set. Reheat by microwave for 75 seconds; freeze cooled slices. Broccoli cheddar frittata: Add chopped broccoli and cheddar to beaten eggs. Reheat in a toaster oven for 120 seconds; freeze slices between parchment. Potato onion frittata: Start with cooked potatoes and onions. Reheat by microwave for 90 seconds; freezing holds up well for busy workday breakfasts each week.

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   8.Twenty Minute Squares

   Sheet pan eggs: Bake eggs with cherry tomatoes and spinach in a lined pan, then cut squares. Reheat by microwave for 75 seconds; freeze squares in pairs. Ham pepper squares: Add diced ham, peppers, and cheese to the egg mix. Reheat in toaster oven for 120 seconds; freeze individual squares. Zucchini feta squares: Squeeze zucchini dry before mixing it in. Reheat by microwave for 75 seconds; freezing does not suit their moisture.

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   9.Breakfast Burrito Batch

   Breakfast burrito: Fill tortillas with eggs, potatoes, beans, and cheese, keeping salsa on the side. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze wrapped burritos. Sausage burrito: Combine eggs, cooked sausage, peppers, and cheese. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze each tightly wrapped burrito. Veggie burrito: Use eggs, black beans, corn, and spinach. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze after rolling. These fit neatly into a rushed commute or school morning routine.

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    10.Egg Muffin Cups

    Egg muffin cups: Bake eggs with bell pepper, cheese, and scallions in a greased muffin pan. Reheat by microwave for 60 seconds; freeze cooled cups. Bacon egg cups: Line cups with cooked bacon, then add egg and cheese. Reheat by microwave for 60 seconds; freezing does not suit the bacon edges. Cottage cheese cups: Blend eggs and cottage cheese until smooth. Reheat by microwave for 60 seconds; freeze the cups for later.

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    11.Baked Breakfast Strata

    Breakfast strata: Soak bread with eggs, cheese, and cooked vegetables overnight, then bake until puffed. Reheat covered in an oven for 600 seconds; freeze baked squares. Croissant strata: Use torn croissants, ham, and Gruyère for a richer pan. Reheat covered in an oven for 600 seconds; freezing softens the pastry. Mushroom strata: Build it with sourdough, mushrooms, and Swiss. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze baked portions for future early mornings.

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    12.Hash Brown Casseroles

    Hash brown casserole: Bake eggs over a crisp potato base with sausage and cheddar. Reheat in an oven for 600 seconds; freeze squares. Tater tot casserole: Top eggs, peppers, and sausage with tots for contrast. Reheat in an oven for 600 seconds; freezing softens the topping. Biscuit casserole: Bake eggs, biscuits, and gravy together in a deep dish. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze individual portions for planned weekday portions later.

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    13.Easy Crustless Quiche

    Crustless quiche: Bake eggs, milk, cheese, and vegetables in a pie dish until gently set. Reheat in an oven for 480 seconds; freeze slices. Spinach quiche: Pair spinach with feta and a little lemon zest. Reheat by microwave for 90 seconds; freeze cooled wedges. Ham quiche: Add ham, cheddar, and chives to the egg base. Reheat in a toaster oven for 180 seconds; freeze slices tightly for a calm morning meal.

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    14.Egg Soup Bowls

    Egg drop soup: Stream beaten egg into simmering broth with ginger and scallions for ribbons. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freezing does not suit the ribbons. Ramen egg bowl: Add a jammy egg to hot noodles, greens, and broth. Reheat broth by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze broth without the egg. Lentil egg soup: Poach eggs in lentil soup with lemon. Reheat by microwave for 120 seconds; freeze soup before eggs.

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    15.Deviled Egg Ideas

    Deviled eggs: Halve cooked eggs and mix yolks with mustard, mayonnaise, and paprika. Reheat by microwave for 20 seconds if desired; freezing does not suit them. Egg salad sandwich: Mix chopped eggs with celery, dill, and mustard. Reheat by microwave for 20 seconds only if desired; freezing does not suit it. Scotch egg shortcut: Wrap a cooked egg in sausage, then bake. Reheat in an oven for 300 seconds; freeze cooked halves.