El Monterey Burritos, Egg, Applewood Smoked Bacon & Cheese 8 ea

El Monterey Egg, Applewood Smoked Bacon & Cheese Burritos live in the supermarket’s frozen breakfast aisle, shelved alongside other frozen burritos, taquitos, handhelds and microwaveable breakfast sandwiches. You’re most likely to spot the boxed, individually wrapped tortillas near value-brand frozen entrées and family-sized convenience items. This product suits rushed mornings, on-the-road breakfasts, college-student kitchens and busy family meal routines — think back-to-school scrambles, road trips, or a lazy weekend brunch when you want something hot and quick. El Monterey positions itself as an affordable, familiar Mexican-American convenience brand that leans into nostalgia and practicality: aimed at budget-conscious shoppers, time-poor parents and anyone who wants a hearty, no-fuss start to the day. The label leans on simple cues — “real scrambled eggs,” “applewood smoked bacon,” and an 11 g protein callout — which create a wholesome-sounding health halo despite the presence of industrial ingredients; there are no organic or natural-certification claims. In plain terms, this is a highly processed frozen convenience food made with multiple additives (dough conditioners, modified starches, smoke flavoring, preservatives and flavor blends). Sensory notes: a soft, pliable flour tortilla gives way to creamy, slightly seasoned scrambled egg, melty cheddar, tender tomato bits and smoky bacon pieces; heat in the microwave for a quick, steamy bite or oven/air-fry for a crisper shell. The ritual is grab-from-freezer, zap or bake, unwrap and eat on the go — often paired with coffee or salsa. Nutrition cues (≈300 kcal, 500 mg sodium) keep expectations anchored in convenience rather than fresh-from-scratch cooking.