There’s nothing quite like warm, savory comfort food on a cold evening. One dish that always hits the spot is a spicy sausage and pepper pie. This delicious dish is a perfect fusion of spice and flavor, making it a sure hit at any dinner party.

In this article, we’ll reveal a secret sausage and pepper pie recipe that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

Before we delve into the recipe, let’s take a look at the ingredients you’ll need to make this delicious dish:.

• 2 pounds of hot Italian sausage links
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow onion
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of butter
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 pre-made pie crust

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now that you have all the ingredients, let’s dive into cooking this delicious spicy sausage and pepper pie.

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Before you start, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Step 2: Brown the Sausages

Place the sausage links in a pan and heat for around 5 minutes. Be sure to turn the sausages occasionally until they are browned evenly all around. Once ready, take the sausages out of the pan and slice them into small pieces.

Step 3: Cook the Vegetables

In a clean pan, heat the olive oil and add the sliced onion, garlic, and diced bell peppers. Season with dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and saute until the vegetables are translucent and soft. Add the tablespoon of butter and stir until melted.

Step 4: Add the Sausage

Add the sliced sausages to the vegetable mixture and stir well. Cook for a further 5 minutes, making sure the sausages and vegetables are well combined.

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Step 5: Assemble the Pie

Roll out the pre-made pie crust and place it in a greased 9-inch pie dish. Spread a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on the bottom of the pie crust. Add the sausage and pepper mixture on top of the cheese.

Spread the remaining cheese over the top of the sausage mixture, making sure to cover the filling evenly.

Bake: Step 6

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Serving Suggestion

Serve the spicy sausage and pepper pie hot, straight out of the oven. This dish is perfect for when you have guests over, and is best paired with a light salad to balance out its flavors.

A bottle of red wine or a cold beer will also complement this dish perfectly.

Conclusion

By following these step-by-step instructions, you can whip up a spicy sausage and pepper pie in no time. This delicious dish will surely become a household favorite and is perfect comfort food for hungry stomachs on cold evenings.

Give it a try and let us know how you and your guests enjoyed it.