Description
Hearty Monterey sausage pie brings rustic California flavors to your dinner table with savory sausage, melted cheese, and a golden crust. Home cooks will love this simple yet satisfying meal that combines comfort and regional charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound sausage
Vegetables:
- 1 cup diced red pepper
- 1 sweet onion, diced (Walla Walla or Vidalia)
- 1/2 cup diced mushrooms (brown or white)
- 3 teaspoons fresh minced garlic
Dairy and Other Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup Bisquick or similar baking mix
- 3/4 teaspoon sage
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a precise 400F (200C), preparing the environment for a golden, crispy pie.
- Unroll the pie crust and gently press it into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring even coverage along the bottom and sides.
- Layer half of the shredded cheese across the bottom of the prepared pie crust, creating a melty foundation.
- Distribute the cooked sausage evenly over the cheese layer, spreading it to create a uniform meat base.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the sausage, creating a complete cheese coverage.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and seasonings until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Carefully pour the egg mixture over the cheese and sausage, allowing it to seep into all the crevices and create a cohesive filling.
- Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and a set center that jiggles slightly when gently shaken.
- Remove from the oven and let the pie rest for 10 minutes, allowing the filling to settle and the flavors to meld together.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm, enjoying the rich, savory layers of cheese, sausage, and creamy egg custard.
Notes
- Swap regular sausage with turkey or plant-based alternatives for a lighter, healthier version that still packs incredible flavor.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda to customize the pie’s richness and depth.
- Use pre-made pie crust for a quick weeknight dinner or make your own homemade pastry for a more rustic, authentic touch that elevates the entire dish.
- Allow the pie to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to help set the filling and make slicing easier, ensuring clean and beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: Not specified
- Cook Time: Not specified
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 354 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg