Sweet Potato Sausage Pie
Beyond the Ordinary: This Sweet Potato Sausage Pie Will Be Your New Favorite
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, our cravings often shift towards warm, comforting dishes. Forget the usual suspects – it’s time to embrace the satisfying combination of sweet potato and sausage in a delightful pie. Not your average pie; a symphony of flavor and texture that tantalizes your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
The magic of this pie lies in the unexpected pairing of sweet and savory. Earthy sweet potatoes, roasted or mashed to creamy perfection, create a subtly sweet base that beautifully complements the rich, robust flavor of sausage. The savory notes of herbs and spices intermingle with the natural sweetness, creating a harmonious balance that is both comforting and exciting.
This Sweet Potato Sausage Pie isn’t just delicious; it’s also incredibly versatile. It’s fantastic for a cozy weeknight dinner, bringing warmth and satisfaction to the table. It’s equally impressive as a centerpiece for a casual gathering or even a festive holiday meal. Picture it as a delightful addition to a brunch spread or a comforting post-Thanksgiving treat.
Despite its complex flavor profile, this Sweet Potato Sausage Pie is surprisingly easy to make. You can choose to use store-bought pie crust for convenience or venture into homemade if you’re feeling ambitious. The process typically involves preparing the filling, placing it in the crust, and baking until golden brown and bubbly.
This pie is more than just a recipe; it’s an invitation to explore the exciting possibilities of combining flavors. It’s a dish that embodies comfort, warmth, and deliciousness—a perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a flavorful adventure that will surely become a new family favorite.
Sweet Potato Sausage PIe
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3/4 cup mozzarella-shredded
- 2 tbsp parsley-chopped
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tap red pepper flake
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 Roma tomatoes-sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350'.
- Spray 9" pie plate with cooking spray.
- Slice sweet potato very thin or use your vegetable sheeter attachment with the thick blade. Cut sheets into 12" lengths. Brush with olive oil. Place in the pie plate in a crisscross pattern to make the crust.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
- Cook sausage over medium heat adding oil if needed, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
- In a medium bowl whisk egg, milk, mozzarella cheese, salt parsley, red pepper flake and pepper. Stir in sausage and pour over sweet potato crust.
- Top with sliced tomatoes.
- Bake for 35 minutes.