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This savory Breakfast Pie is packed with cheesy eggs, flavorful sausage, tender veggies and bacon all nestled in a crispy hash brown crust. It’s the perfect way to start your morning with a balanced meal that is as satisfying as it is simple to make.
The Best Sausage and Egg Pie
If you are looking for a unique way to serve eggs and sausage, I highly recommend this recipe. It’s easy to make and comes out super delicious every time. I’ve made this breakfast pie for weekend breakfast, brunch, and even for breakfast for dinner night. It’s well-seasoned and cheesy, exactly how it should be! I enjoy the sweetness of the onions and peppers with the salty flavor of the breakfast sausage.
Why You’ll Love This Breakfast Pie
- Easy to make. Besides browning the sausage and softening the veggies, the oven does most of the work.
- Budget-friendly. The ingredients used in this recipe are perfect for a tight budget.
- Kid-approved. Adults and kids alike love this breakfast pie!
What You’ll Need
Simple ingredients are used in this recipe, making it easy for anyone to put together! Some of these items are common items that you may already have in your kitchen. Take a look below for exact measurements!
- Hashbrown patties: Ensure that the hashbrown patties are fully thawed before you use them. I like to leave them in the refrigerator overnight so they are ready the next morning.
- Breakfast sausage: I chose the original ground breakfast sausage for this pie. The cooked sausage adds the perfect amount of savory flavor.
- Veggies: In this pie, I use red and green bell peppers with yellow onions. The peppers caramelize well in the skillet with the sausage.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds a sharp flavor that enhances the other ingredients.
- Cheese: I like shredded cheddar best in this recipe. You may shred it yourself or buy it pre-shredded from the grocery store.
- Eggs: You can’t have a good breakfast pie without eggs. They will cook in the oven in the hashbrown crust.
- Heavy cream: For extra creamy eggs, I whisk in some heavy cream to add richness.
- Seasonings: I keep it simple and season the eggs with salt and pepper.
- Garnishes: Finish your baked pie with chives for freshness and color and crumbled bacon.
How to Make Breakfast Pie
Below are all the steps needed to make the best breakfast pie. I like to work on the filling while the crust is baking. Make sure that you reduce the oven heat after the hash browns are ready!
- Prep the oven and pie plate. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and grease your pie plate.
- Hash brown crust. Place the hashbrowns into the pie pan and press them down to form a crust.
- Brush and bake. Brush the crust with melted butter and put it in the oven for 15 minutes or until it starts to brown, then set it aside while you prepare the filling.
- Reduce the oven. Turn your oven down to 350 degrees F after the crust is done.
- Cook the sausage and veggies. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground sausage, onions, and bell peppers. Cook the mixture until the sausage is browned and the veggies are tender.
- Add flour. Pour in the flour and stir the sausage mixture until it’s well combined. Cook it for an additional 1-2 minutes. Set it aside.
- Make the egg mixture. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Add sausage mixture and cheese. Pour the sausage mixture into the bottom of the pie crust and top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Top with eggs. Next, pour the egg mixture on top. Ensure it is even.
- Bake and cool. With a reduced oven temp at 350 degrees, place the pie in the oven and bake it for 30-35 minutes. Let it cool for 15 minutes before serving.
- Garnish and serve. Sprinkle chives and bacon on top. Slice and enjoy!
Tips and Variations
- Swap the meat. Try this recipe with chopped bacon or ham instead of breakfast sausage. You may also use ground maple or hot sausage instead of regular.
- Try a different cheese. Other cheeses that work well in this breakfast pie are gruyere, Colby jack, pepper jack, mozzarella, or Swiss.
- More veggies. Add sliced mushrooms or finely chopped broccoli to the filling.
- Adjust the seasoning. Use paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, or onion powder for a unique version.
Proper Storage
Store leftovers tightly covered or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat a slice in the microwave or the oven until nice and warm.
More Breakfast Recipes to Try
- Breakfast Tacos
- Corned Beef Hash
- Easy Quiche Recipe
- Breakfast Pizza
- Steak Egg and Cheese Bagel
- Best Breakfast Casserole
- Jalapeno Popper Quiche
Breakfast Pie
This savory Breakfast Pie is packed with cheesy eggs, flavorful sausage, tender veggies and bacon all nestled in a crispy hash brown crust. It’s the perfect way to start your morning with a balanced meal that is as satisfying as it is simple to make.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 6-8 frozen hash brown patties defrosted
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Filling
- 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 bacon crumbled, optional for garnish
Instructions
Crust
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Defrost the hash brown patties and press them into a 9-inch pie dish to form an even crust.
- 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.
Filling
- 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.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sausage mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Evenly spread the sausage mixture into the prepared hash brown pie crust, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture.
- Pour in the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese, making sure it fills all the gaps.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
- 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. Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes.
- Once cooled, garnish the pie with chives and crumbled bacon if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
- Make sure the hash brown patties are fully defrosted before pressing them into the pie dish to ensure they form a solid crust.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses such as Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella for a unique flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference. You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for some extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 335kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 260mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1377IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 195mg | Iron: 1mg
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10 comments on “Breakfast Pie Recipe”
I loved this recipe, but I would not use hash brown patties again. I’m sure that it was the brand I used. I would rate this 5 stars, but it wouldn’t let.
Thanks Rose!
I haven’t made this yet but I am planning to make it for a Bridal Shower brunch. It sounds delish! Question? Could this be frozen either before or after baking?
Thanks Connie. Yes, you could do either. I would probably opt for freezing after baking. Let cool, then refrigerate and then freeze.
This would not let me mark 5 stars, but it is a five star recipe! Hubby and I loved it! So easy to make and very filling!
Thanks Sue!
Couldn’t you use shredded hash browns instead of frozen thawed patties. Just pour then in and pat them down.
Hi Terri. Yes, you could absolutely do that as well.
what could you use in place of heavy cream? I have never used and would not know what to do with the rest in the container. I do not cook much yet this sounds easy and good
Hi Cheryl. I understand your dilemma. Whole milk would work fine as a substitute for this pie if you have that at the house.