Savory Country Sausage Breakfast Pot Pie
Wake up to a delightful breakfast with this Savory Country Sausage Breakfast Pot Pie. This hearty dish combines rich country-style sausage, earthy mushrooms, and creamy cheeses, all enveloped in a golden puff pastry. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family morning, this pot pie is guaranteed to please. Serve it warm and watch as everyone digs in with a smile! It's not just a meal; it's a comforting experience to start your day.
6
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Country-style breakfast sausage
1 lb (removed from casing)
Shallot
1 large (minced)
Fresh mushrooms
1/2 lb (sliced)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (cut into small chunks)
Large eggs
8 (beaten)
Packaged unseasoned breadcrumbs
1/4 cup (none)
Frozen puff pastry
1 sheet (thawed for 30 minutes)
Butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the country-style breakfast sausage, using the back of a wooden spoon to break it up, until it is thoroughly browned and cooked through. Once done, transfer the sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
3
In the same skillet, add the minced shallot and sauté for about 2 minutes until softened.
4
Next, toss in the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until they are nicely browned, about 6 minutes.
5
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, adding in the cream cheese. Stir gently until the cream cheese has melted and everything is well combined, approximately 3 minutes.
6
Spoon the sausage and mushroom mixture into an ungreased 8x8x2 inch baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
7
In the same skillet, scramble the beaten eggs until they are just slightly undercooked. Gently spoon the eggs over the sausage mixture in the baking pan, then sprinkle the top with unseasoned breadcrumbs.
8
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry into a 9-inch square. Brush one side with melted butter.
9
Place the pastry over the filling in the baking pan with the buttered side down, and crimp the edges to seal.
10
Brush the top of the pastry with any remaining melted butter and cut 5 steam vents for proper airflow.
11
Bake the pot pie in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Country Sausage Breakfast Pot Pie?
It is a hearty breakfast dish that combines country-style sausage, fresh mushrooms, cream cheese, and scrambled eggs topped with a golden, buttery puff pastry.
How many servings does this breakfast pot pie provide?
This recipe yields approximately 6 servings.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What type of sausage is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of country-style breakfast sausage with the casing removed.
How should I cook the breakfast sausage?
Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon until it is thoroughly cooked.
Do I need to drain the sausage after browning?
Yes, once the sausage is cooked through, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess fat.
How do I prepare the shallot for the filling?
Mince one large shallot and sauté it in the skillet for about 2 minutes until it becomes softened.
What is the cooking time for the fresh mushrooms?
The sliced mushrooms should be sautéed for approximately 6 minutes until they are nicely browned.
How is the cream cheese incorporated into the dish?
Add 8 ounces of cream cheese cut into small chunks to the sausage and mushroom mixture, stirring for about 3 minutes until melted and combined.
What size baking pan is needed for this recipe?
You will need an ungreased 8x8x2 inch baking pan.
How should the eggs be cooked before adding them to the pan?
The 8 large eggs should be beaten and scrambled in a skillet until they are just slightly undercooked.
Where do the eggs go in the assembly process?
The scrambled eggs are spooned over the sausage and mushroom mixture already spread in the baking pan.
When are the breadcrumbs added to the pot pie?
Sprinkle 1/4 cup of unseasoned breadcrumbs over the egg layer before placing the puff pastry on top.
How long should the puff pastry thaw?
The frozen puff pastry sheet should be thawed for about 30 minutes before use.
What dimensions should the puff pastry be rolled to?
Roll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface into a 9-inch square.
How is the butter applied to the puff pastry?
Brush one side of the pastry with melted butter and place it buttered-side down over the filling, then brush the top of the pastry with the remaining butter.
How do I seal the pot pie crust?
Crimp the edges of the puff pastry against the sides of the baking pan to create a seal.
Why must I cut vents in the pastry?
Cutting 5 steam vents in the pastry is necessary to allow proper airflow and prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
What is the total baking time?
The pot pie should bake for 30 to 35 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the breakfast pot pie is done?
The dish is ready when the puff pastry is a deep golden brown and the filling underneath is bubbly.
Can I use seasoned breadcrumbs instead of unseasoned?
Yes, while the recipe calls for unseasoned breadcrumbs, you can use seasoned ones if you prefer a different flavor profile.
Is this dish suitable for a brunch gathering?
Absolutely, it is specifically described as being perfect for brunch gatherings or a cozy family morning.
What if I don't have shallots?
You can substitute the shallot with a small amount of finely minced yellow or white onion.
Do I need to grease the 8x8 baking pan?
No, the recipe instructions specify using an ungreased baking pan.
What type of mushrooms work best?
Fresh mushrooms like white button or cremini mushrooms are ideal for this recipe.
Can the filling be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can cook the sausage and mushroom mixture ahead of time, but for the best results, add the eggs and pastry just before baking.
Is the sausage removed from the casing?
Yes, the country-style breakfast sausage should be removed from its casing before cooking.
How much butter is used in total?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of melted butter for the puff pastry.
What makes the texture of the filling creamy?
The addition of 8 ounces of cream cheese melted into the sausage and mushrooms creates a rich, creamy texture.
Should the eggs be fully cooked in the skillet?
No, they should be slightly undercooked as they will finish cooking during the 30-35 minutes in the oven.