Description
A hearty and delicious Sausage Pie Monterey featuring savory sausage and melted cheese in a flaky crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or hot, casings removed)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients
- Step 2: Cook the Sausage
- Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
- Step 4: Combine Filling Ingredients
- Step 5: Prepare the Egg Mixture
- Step 6: Assemble the Pie
- Step 7: Add Egg Mixture and Bake
- Step 8: Rest and Serve
Notes
- Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator
- Assembled pie can be refrigerated unbaked for up to 12 hours
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free pie crust or create a crust with shredded potatoes or cauliflower rice
- Pie is done when center is set and doesn’t jiggle, top is golden brown, and knife inserted comes out clean
- Pre-cooked sausage can be used to save about 5 minutes prep time
- Substitute Monterey Jack with mozzarella, pepper jack, or Gruyère if needed
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sausage pie monterey, savory pie, cheese pie, make ahead meal
