Gramma Mac's Huevos Rancheros Recipe

This recipe recreates my mother-in-law's legendary Huevos Rancheros – a family favorite! After countless attempts, I finally cracked the code (no measuring cups required!). This savory dish features crispy bacon, perfectly sautéed peppers and onions, and a rich, spicy tomato base, all topped with fluffy scrambled eggs. Get ready for a taste of tradition and a whole lot of flavor!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 780.3 kcal
Protein 66g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gramma Mac's Huevos Rancheros

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How to Make Gramma Mac's Huevos Rancheros

  1. Cook 6 slices of bacon in a large frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside in a small bowl.
  2. Remove all but 2-3 tablespoons of bacon grease from the pan.
  3. Add the chopped red bell pepper and onion to the pan. Sauté over medium-high heat until slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced jalapeños and garlic to the pan. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Taste and add more jalapeños if desired for extra spice.
  6. Stir in the salt, pepper, and tomato juice. Add the cooked bacon pieces.
  7. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, allowing flavors to blend. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. While the sauce simmers, whisk the 12 eggs together in a separate bowl.
  9. Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, reduce heat to low.
  10. In a separate pan, scramble the eggs until cooked through.
  11. Serve the prepared sauce over a bed of scrambled eggs. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

108g

Carbs

3g