Monterey Sausage Pie
This Monterey Sausage Pie is a satisfying, impossible-style savory bake that creates its own light crust as it cooks. The biscuit mix blends with the eggs and milk to form a tender, custard-like base around the seasoned sausage filling. Monterey Jack cheese adds a smooth, creamy melt, while rubbed sage brings a warm, savory flavor that makes this dish feel like a cross between a breakfast casserole and a quiche. It’s an excellent choice for brunch, holiday mornings, or an easy breakfast-for-dinner meal.
Monterey Sausage Pie
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Bulk pork sausage | 1 lb |
| Monterey Jack cheese, shredded and divided | 2½ cups |
| Milk | 1⅓ cups |
| Biscuit or baking mix | ¾ cup |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Garlic, minced | 3 teaspoons |
| Rubbed sage | ¾ teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ¼ teaspoon |
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Sausage
Place a large skillet over medium heat and cook the sausage until fully browned, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage with 2 cups of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9-inch deep-dish pie plate and spread it evenly across the bottom.
Step 3: Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, biscuit mix, rubbed sage, and black pepper until well blended. A few small lumps are perfectly acceptable. Pour the mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layer.
Step 4: Bake the Pie
Bake in a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Step 5: Add the Remaining Cheese
Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top. Return it to the oven for 1–2 minutes, just long enough for the cheese to melt and become bubbly.
Step 6: Rest Before Serving
Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Helpful Tip
Be sure to let the pie stand before cutting into it. The resting time allows the egg and biscuit mixture to fully set, resulting in neat, firm slices that hold their shape beautifully.
