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Monterey Sausage Pie

A savory breakfast pie with sausage, Monterey Jack cheese, eggs, and a flaky crust – perfect for brunch or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground pork sausage mild or spicy
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust store-bought or homemade
  • 4 eggs large
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1 onion small, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pie dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook sausage until browned. Drain grease.
  3. Add onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened. Remove from heat.
  4. Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
  5. Place pie crust in dish. Spread sausage mixture evenly inside.
  6. Top with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
  7. Pour egg mixture over filling evenly.
  8. Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and center is set.
  9. Cool 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle paprika or chili flakes on top before baking. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.