Farmer’s Pie ๐ฅง
Description:
A favorite at our house, Farmer’s Pie is a savory delight that’s perfect for dinner, but it also makes a hearty breakfast or brunch option. Packed with flavorful ingredients and baked to golden perfection, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
- Keywords: Breakfast, Pork, Cheese, Vegetable, Meat, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 505.7
- Fat Content: 35.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 16.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 206.2mg
- Sodium Content: 730.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.8g
- Fiber Content: 1.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 26.7g
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 lb | Bulk pork sausage |
1/2 | Onion |
2 cups | Colby cheese, shredded |
1 cup | Broccoli, chopped |
1 cup | Cooked brown rice |
1 | Tomato, diced |
1/2 cup | Sliced ripe olives |
4 | Eggs |
1/2 tsp | Garlic, minced |
To taste | Salt |
To taste | Pepper |
1 tsp | Thyme |
1 | Pie crust |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425ยฐF (220ยฐC).
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Cook Sausage: In a large skillet, brown and crumble the sausage over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
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Add Onion: Add the onion to the skillet and continue cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes more. Drain any excess grease.
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Prepare Filling: Remove the skillet from heat. Add the shredded Colby cheese, chopped broccoli, cooked brown rice, diced tomato, and sliced olives to the sausage mixture. Stir well to combine.
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Assemble Pie: Pour the sausage and vegetable mixture into the pie crust, spreading it out evenly.
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Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme until well combined.
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Pour Egg Mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetable filling in the pie crust.
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Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake at 425ยฐF (220ยฐC) for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and continue baking for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the pie is golden brown and set in the center.
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Serve: Remove the Farmer’s Pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy the delicious flavors!
Notes:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out the type of cheese to suit your taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat slices in the microwave or oven for a quick and tasty meal.
- This versatile dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends alike. Enjoy Farmer’s Pie anytime you’re craving a satisfying and comforting meal!