Monterey Sausage Pie is a delicious and savory dish that typically features a flaky pastry crust filled with a mixture of sausage, cheese, eggs, and other flavorful ingredients. It’s a popular dish for brunch, breakfast, or even dinner. While there may be variations of the recipe, here’s a basic recipe to give you an idea of how to make Monterey Sausage Pie:
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the filling:
- 1/2 pound (about 225 grams) ground pork or breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until it’s browned and cooked through. Use a spatula to break it up into small pieces as it cooks. Once cooked, remove it from the heat and drain any excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk (or half-and-half), salt, pepper, paprika, and dried oregano (if using).
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges if needed.
- Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the sausage.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese.
- Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills, and then carefully transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set, and the top is golden brown.
- Once done, remove the Monterey Sausage Pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
This savory pie is a fantastic choice for a brunch gathering or a hearty breakfast. You can customize it by adding other ingredients like diced bell peppers, onions, or even some chopped spinach for added flavor and color. Enjoy your Monterey Sausage Pie!
