Mainely Dish: Brunching Burritos

Preparing burritos has never felt so easy! The Mainely Dish Brunching Burritos recipe will only take about 10 minutes to make, but will keep you full until your next meal. Did you know that there are health benefits to eating in the morning? Not only does your energy increase, but eating breakfast can also improve your focus during the day. Check out the list below for more motivating reasons to make breakfast a part of your morning routine.

Make Healthy Foods Convenient

Does cooking feel like a daunting task in the morning? These burritos can be made ahead of time, frozen, and then reheated. Making recipes at home can save you money and be healthier compared to eating out. In comparison to a popular fast food chain, this recipe has fewer  calories, salt, and total fat. These nutrients are not inherently bad, but are best to have in moderation because too much can increase your risk of poor health.  Cooking at home puts us in control of our health by being able to choose healthier ingredients for meals and snacks.

Food Safety at Home

When cooking at home, it’s important to incorporate proper food safety practices. You should always wash your hands before and after handling raw eggs. You should fully cook eggs to at least 160° F , or until the yolk and white is firm. Fully cooking eggs eliminates the chances of ingesting bacteria that causes food-borne illness, such as salmonella. For more information about safe minimum cooking temperatures, visit the Foodsafety.gov’s website.

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What are the benefits of eating breakfast?

  • Boosts your energy levels
  • Helps reduce overeating later in the day
  • Improves concentration
  • Stabilizes blood sugars

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By Kayla Parsons, MS, LD, Ph.D. Student in Food & Nutrition Sciences