Monterey Sausage Pie: A Comforting Savory Bake

If you enjoy hearty, comforting dishes that combine simple ingredients with rich flavor, Monterey Sausage Pie is a recipe worth adding to your collection. This savory pie features seasoned sausage, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and a fluffy baked egg mixture that binds everything together into a satisfying dish. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner because it’s easy to prepare and requires only a few pantry staples.

Below is a detailed, step-by-step guide to making this delicious pie from scratch.

What Is Monterey Sausage Pie?

Monterey Sausage Pie is a baked dish similar to a crustless quiche or savory casserole. It typically combines cooked sausage, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, eggs, milk, and a small amount of flour to create a light batter that bakes into a tender, slightly custardy pie.

The result is a sliceable dish with layers of savory sausage and melted cheese inside a soft, golden crust.

Ingredients

To make one 9-inch pie (about 6 servings), you will need:

• 450 g (1 lb) ground breakfast sausage
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional for extra flavor)
• ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)
• Butter or cooking spray for greasing the dish

Kitchen Equipment

• 9-inch pie dish or small baking dish
• Skillet
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Spatula

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). Preparing the oven early ensures the pie cooks evenly once assembled.

Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Cook the Sausage

Place a skillet over medium heat and add the ground sausage.

1. Break the sausage into small pieces using a spatula.
2. Cook until browned and fully cooked through.
3. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Once done, remove the sausage from the heat and drain any excess grease. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the pie.

Step 3: Prepare the Egg Batter

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together:

• Eggs
• Milk

Whisk until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly frothy.

In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture while whisking to prevent lumps.

The result should be a thin batter similar to pancake batter.

Step 4: Assemble the Pie

Spread the cooked sausage evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie dish.

Next:

1. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the sausage.
2. Add the chopped green onions if using.

Finally, pour the egg batter slowly over the entire mixture. The batter will settle around the sausage and cheese as it bakes.

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