The Best Breakfast Pie:

The Best Breakfast Pie:

Ingredients:

• Crust:
  • 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• Filling:
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage (or bacon/ham), cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (red and green)
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • In a medium bowl, mix the thawed hash browns with the melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Press the hash browns into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
   • Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
2. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat and set aside.
   • In the same skillet, sauté the bell peppers and onions until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
3. Assemble the Pie:
   • Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
   • Spread the cooked sausage over the prepared hash brown crust.
   • Layer the sautéed vegetables on top of the sausage.
   • Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage and vegetables.
4. Make the Egg Mixture:
   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using).
   • Pour the egg mixture over the cheese layer in the pie.
5. Bake the Pie:
   • Place the pie in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden brown.
   • Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Sprinkle the top with crispy bacon bits and chopped chives for added flavor and presentation.

Enjoy your delicious breakfast pie! This pie can be served warm and is perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.