Description
Sausage Gravy Puff Pie is a comforting and hearty dish that features a flaky puff pastry crust filled with rich, creamy sausage gravy. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this recipe combines savory flavors with a buttery, golden crust for an irresistible meal that’s easy to make and highly customizable.
Ingredients
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For the Sausage Gravy
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional herbs: 1 teaspoon fresh or dried thyme or sage
For the Puff Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the sausage gravy: Cook the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat, leaving some for flavor. Sprinkle the flour over the sausage and stir to coat evenly, which will help thicken the gravy. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs for added flavor.
- Preheat oven and prepare puff pastry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut them to fit your baking dish or pie pan. Reserve one piece for the top crust. Place the bottom sheet into the dish, gently pressing it to fit snugly.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the warm sausage gravy evenly over the puff pastry base, spreading gently. Lay the second puff pastry sheet over the filling and seal the edges by pressing them together firmly. Crimp the edges with a fork or your fingers to prevent leaks. Brush the entire top with beaten egg wash to achieve a golden, glossy finish.
- Bake until golden and bubbly: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the pastry is puffed, flaky, and golden brown. Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing to let the gravy set slightly, then serve.
Notes
- Cook sausage thoroughly to enhance flavor and food safety.
- Keep puff pastry cold until baking to ensure a flaky crust.
- Slowly thicken gravy to avoid lumps and create creaminess.
- Seal pie edges well to prevent gravy leaks during baking.
- Apply egg wash for a beautiful golden and glossy crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: sausage gravy, puff pastry pie, comfort food, breakfast pie, savory pie, easy baking