If you’re searching for a simple yet crowd-pleasing dish that balances comfort and bold flavor, this Monterey Sausage Pie delivers in every bite. It’s a warm, cheesy, and protein-packed bake that combines classic breakfast ingredients with a gentle Southwest flair, perfect for starting your day or closing it with a hearty meal.
The base of this pie features savory ground pork sausage, crisped up and mingled with melty Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses. Green onions and chopped green chiles lend bursts of brightness and just the right amount of kick. It’s all bound together with a light batter that puffs and sets into a golden, satisfying bake.
This dish is incredibly versatile. It makes a fantastic brunch centerpiece with a side of fruit or greens, but it’s equally at home at the dinner table alongside a fresh salad or roasted veggies. It’s easy to prep ahead and reheats beautifully, making leftovers just as enticing.
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Best of all, it requires no pastry or crust—just a quick stir of pantry staples and you’re set. The result is a sliceable pie with a fluffy texture, gooey cheese throughout, and those irresistible edges where the batter crisps against the pan.
Servings and timing:
Total time: 50 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients :
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped green onions
- 1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chiles, drained
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions:
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