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Breakfast Pie

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This savory Breakfast Pie is a delicious combination of cheesy eggs, hearty sausage, tender vegetables, and beef, all nestled in a crispy hash brown crust. Perfect for a satisfying morning meal, this dish offers a flavorful, balanced breakfast that’s easy to prepare and great for any time of the day.

Ingredients

6-8 frozen hash brown patties (defrosted)

2 tablespoons butter (melted)

1/2 pound ground breakfast sausage

1 small onion (finely chopped)

1/4 cup red bell pepper (finely chopped)

1/4 cup green bell pepper (finely chopped)

2 garlic cloves (minced)

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

6 large eggs

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh chives (chopped, optional for garnish)

Cooked beef (crumbled, optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Defrost the hash brown patties and press them into a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust.
  3. Brush the crust with melted butter and bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until it starts to turn golden brown and crisp. Remove the crust from the oven and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, onion, peppers, and garlic until the sausage is browned and fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  7. Evenly spread the sausage mixture into the prepared hash brown pie crust, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture.
  8. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese, making sure it fills all the gaps.
  9. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pie for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
  10. Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
  11. Once cooled, garnish with chives and crumbled beef if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can swap the cheddar for Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
  • Swap sausage for other breakfast meats like turkey sausage, ham, or even bacon for a different twist.
  • Add in some spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes for an extra boost of veggies.
  • For a little heat, add some diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
  • You can assemble the pie a day ahead and refrigerate it before baking.
  • This recipe can be made dairy-free by using dairy-free cheese and non-dairy milk like almond milk or coconut cream.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can replace beef for a different garnish.
  • This pie can be frozen before baking. Assemble it, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed.
  • You can adjust the seasoning in the filling by adding spices like smoked paprika, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
  • To make this gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

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