RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Green Chile Breakfast Burritos

Breakfast has long been touted as the most important meal of the day. After individuals spend several hours sleeping, breakfast refuels their bodies and prepares them to tackle the day ahead.

People on the go may not have much time to enjoy breakfast, so they may grab something quick and not always so healthy. But a filling, hot breakfast provides enough sustenance and nutrients to last until lunch. Such is the case with "Green Chile Breakfast Burritos" from "Taste of Home Healthy Cooking Cookbook" (RDA Enthusiast Brands, LLC) by the Taste of Home Kitchens.

INGREDIENTS: (Makes 6 servings)

6 eggs

3 egg whites

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced

Dash cayenne pepper

4 breakfast turkey sausage links, casings removed

3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, drained

6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches), warmed

6 Tablespoons salsa

DIRECTIONS:

In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, egg whites, jalapeño, and cayenne; set aside.

Crumble sausage into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain. Push the sausage to the sides of the pan. Pour the egg mixture into the center of the pan. Cook and stir until set. Sprinkle with cheese and chiles. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand until the cheese is melted.

Place 1/3 cup mixture off-center on each tortilla. Fold sides and end over filling; roll up. Top with salsa.