Scrounging Around

Breakfast Burritos (Good for dinner!)

Well I must take after my father (no waste) because I am the queen of scrounging around my fridge.  Breakfast burritos for dinner is the perfect dish to make when (you think) you have nothing in your fridge.  It consists of pretty basic staples that you probably have lying around as well as whatever you're lucky enough to stuff it with.  Whatever concoction you come up with, I promise it will be great.

The essentials (for one!):

tortilla wrap

 two eggs

rice

beans (black or refried work best)

hot sauce and/or salsa

salt and pepper

add-ons:

cheese

tomato

mushrooms

red/green pepper

avocado

green onions

cilantro

What to do:

• Start your rice!  Brown rice is the healthiest option but we won't be too picky here.  Follow the instructions on the package
• Meanwhile, scramble eggs and cook at a medium temperature - don't forget the salt and pepper (and cheese if you've got it!)
• When rice is just about done, add beans to pot along with other veggies you want to be hot.  Season with salt and pepper
• Warm your tortilla shell and begin to add your fillings.  Start with rice, beans, and eggs then add your fresh veggies and condiments
• Wrap it up if you can or eat with a knife and fork if you can't!

I promise you'll feel so good about yourself after this one that you'll want to chuck out your frozen dinners.  The rice and beans combo may make you gassy, but the mix will also provide your body will all the essential amino acids on top of protein, iron, and Vitamin B - and I'm not even including the health benefits of eggs!  Not bad for those who practice grocery store avoidance!

Enjoy!