Protein-Packed Breakfast with Eggs and Turkey Sausage
A simple, satisfying breakfast featuring over-easy eggs and turkey sausage to support hormonal balance and energy levels during perimenopause.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Cheryl + Lila
Cheryl created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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A simple win you can notice for yourself
A clear, satisfying meal can make feeding yourself well feel easier. Notice your energy, fullness and comfort afterward.
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Next: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet…
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Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet…
Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
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Add turkey sausage links and cook for…
Add turkey sausage links and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
Look for: browned and cooked through
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Crack eggs and cook over easy until…
In the same skillet, crack eggs and cook over easy until whites are set but yolks remain runny, about 3-4 minutes.
Look for: whites are set but yolks remain runny
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Season eggs and sausage with salt and…
Season eggs and sausage with salt and pepper.
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Serve warm
Serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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