Cheesy Monterey Sausage Pie

This Cheesy Monterey Sausage Pie is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights,
family dinners, or casual gatherings. Filled with savory ground sausage, sautéed
vegetables, creamy Monterey Jack cheese, and a rich egg custard, every slice is
packed with hearty flavor. Baked inside a flaky pie crust until perfectly golden,
it’s an easy meal that’s satisfying enough to serve on its own.

Pair this savory pie with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, buttery mashed
potatoes, or a light bowl of soup. It also tastes wonderful served with iced tea
or fresh lemonade for a complete family meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
   2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped
      onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 4–5 minutes.

1. 1. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles
      as it cooks. Drain excess grease if needed.
   2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper
      until smooth.

1. 1. Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Spread the cooked sausage and
      vegetable mixture evenly over the bottom.
   2. Sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the sausage.
   3. Slowly pour the egg mixture over the filling, allowing it to settle evenly.

1. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and
   the top is lightly golden brown.
2. Allow the pie to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Use spicy breakfast sausage for extra heat.
• Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for more spice.
• Swap Monterey Jack for cheddar, Colby Jack, or Pepper Jack cheese.
• Replace the bell peppers with mushrooms, spinach, or diced tomatoes.
• Make it vegetarian by using plant-based sausage.
• Prepare your own homemade pie crust for an even flakier texture.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat individual slices in the microwave or warm the whole pie in a 325°F oven
until heated through. This pie can also be frozen for up to 2 months.