Paleo Scotch Eggs

This is the first time I've made these breakfast beauties and it definitely won't be the last.
I never realized how easy they were, I was always a little intimidated to try them.

I would suggest making the hard boiled eggs before hand if you're low on time. Then, you can just make the sausage mixture, stuff with the egg, and pop them in the oven while you get ready to face the day!

Scotch eggs are traditionally made with breading so for paleo we just leave that out. These small breakfast balls are packed with protein to start off your day, give you a pick-me-up later in the day, or as a post-workout snack.

You can use any combination of spices and ground sausage or lamb for a change.



Ingredients:

• 4-6 eggs
• 1 lb ground sausage
• 1 Tbs homemade gingerbread spice mix (see below for recipe)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 Tbs honey

Gingerbread Spice Mix:

• 2 Tbs cinnamon
• 2 Tbs ground ginger
• 2 Tbs allspice
• 1 Tbs nutmeg
• 1 Tbs ground cloves
• Pinch of black pepper

Start by placing the eggs in water that just covers them and bring to a boil. Once boiling add in a sprinkle of baking soda, this will help the shell come right off. 

Boil for about 8 minutes and then place into a bowl of ice water until cool enough to peel.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, gingerbread spice mix, salt, and pepper, and honey.

Mix until combined.

Fill a 1/3 cup measuring cup with the mixture and place in your hand.

Flatten like you're making a hamburger patty.

Add the egg to the center.

Gently fold the ground meat mixture around the egg and seal any cracks.

Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.