MONTEREY SAUSAGE PIE

A hearty, cheesy, and comforting dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

 INGREDIENTS

 Meat & Vegetables

• 1 lb (450 g) ground sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2–1 cup bell pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped (optional)
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

 Dairy & Eggs

• 2 to 2 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (divided)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 1/3 cups milk (or half-and-half for richer taste)

 Dry Ingredients & Seasoning

• 3/4 cup baking mix (like Bisquick)
• 3/4 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste

 INSTRUCTIONS

 Step 1: Cook the Filling

In a large skillet over medium heat:

• Cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked
• Add onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic
• Cook until vegetables are soft
• Drain excess grease

This step is important to avoid a watery pie

 Step 2: Add Cheese

• Stir in about 2 cups of shredded cheese into the sausage mixture
• Mix well

 Step 3: Assemble the Pie

• Grease a 9-inch pie dish
• Spread the sausage mixture evenly in the dish

 Step 4: Prepare the Batter

In a bowl, whisk together:

• Eggs
• Milk
• Baking mix
• Sage and pepper

Mix until smooth

 Step 5: Pour & Bake

• Pour the batter over the sausage mixture
• Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes

 Step 6: Add Final Cheese

• Sprinkle remaining cheese on top
• Bake another 1–2 minutes until melted

 Step 7: Rest & Serve

• Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing
• Serve warm

 TIPS

• Use spicy sausage if you like a little heat
• Add cheddar cheese for extra flavor
• Serve with salad or roasted vegetables
• Perfect for meal prep—it reheats very well