Description
This Monterey Sausage Pie is a savory, cheesy delight that’s perfect for any meal—be it breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Packed with seasoned pork sausage, aromatic herbs, and melted Monterey Jack cheese, it’s baked to golden perfection for a comforting dish that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground pork sausage
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3 teaspoons minced garlic
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2 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
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1 1/3 cups milk
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3 large eggs
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3/4 cup biscuit/baking mix (e.g., Bisquick)
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3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.easyinstantrecipes.com+3easyinstantrecipes.com+3easyinstantrecipes.com+3
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Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork sausage until no longer pink. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Drain any excess fat.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, biscuit mix, rubbed sage, and black pepper until smooth.tastykitchen.com+4easyinstantrecipes.com+4easyinstantrecipes.com+4
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Assemble Pie: Spread the cooked sausage evenly in the prepared pie plate. Sprinkle 2 cups of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the sausage. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and sausage.easyinstantrecipes.com+1easyinstantrecipes.com+1
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Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.easyinstantrecipes.com+1easyinstantrecipes.com+1
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Add Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese over the top of the pie. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
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Cheese Variations: Feel free to substitute Monterey Jack with sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses for a different flavor profile.
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Add-Ins: Enhance the pie by adding sautéed onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms to the sausage mixture.
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Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.