Monterey Sausage Pie
Monterey Sausage Pie is a mouthwatering dish featuring flaky puff pastry filled with savory ground sausage, colorful bell peppers, and gooey cheese. This delightful pie is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, and it’s sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. With each bite, you’ll experience a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (14 oz) puff pastry
- 1 lb ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped, mixed red and green)
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella and cheddar)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to about an eighth-inch thickness.
- Spoon the filling onto one half of each pastry sheet, fold over, and crimp edges with a fork.
- Brush each pie with beaten egg for a golden finish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs or spices like smoked paprika. - Substitute ground turkey or plant-based sausage for healthier options.