Now that we’ve got Christmas Dinner sorted, it’s time to shift our focus to breakfast ideas for Christmas morning, including a special treat: Christmas Morning Pie. As a huge breakfast enthusiast, I believe a hearty breakfast or brunch can keep you satisfied until dinner.

Today’s feature is a delicious breakfast pie adapted from a recipe I discovered on allrecipes.com. This Christmas Morning Pie is adorned with green and red peppers in the quiche filling, giving it a festive, holiday look. It’s incredibly easy to make and absolutely tasty. For a twist, I added sliced mushrooms to half of one of the pies—because mushrooms and eggs are a match made in heaven. While that section might not look as Christmasy, it certainly was delicious.

You can prep in advance by cooking the sausage and chopping the peppers the night before, then simply assemble and bake the pie in the morning. Today, I’ll also be sharing my top egg dishes with you. I tried to narrow it down to my top 10 favorites, but I ended up with 11 because they are all just too good! You can see the list below.

Ingredients for Christmas Morning Pie

• PORK BREAKFAST SAUSAGE WITH SAGE (I USE JIMMY DEAN BRAND)
• SWISS CHEESE
• CHEDDAR CHEESE
• STORE-BOUGHT UNBAKED FROZEN PIE SHELL
• EGGS
• MILK
• ONION
• SWEET RED BELL PEPPER
• GREEN BELL PEPPER

Instructions for Christmas Morning Pie

Cook the Onion and Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced onion and sausage until the sausage is fully cooked and the onion is tender.

Prepare the Sausage Mixture: Drain any excess grease from the pan. Mix the cooked sausage and onion with the shredded cheese.

Assemble the Pies: Divide the sausage mixture evenly between two frozen pastry shells, placing half of the mixture in each shell.

Add the Peppers: In a bowl, combine the chopped green and red peppers. Sprinkle half of this pepper mixture evenly over each pie.

Mix the Eggs and Milk: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Pour half of this egg mixture over each pie, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.

Bake the Pies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pies for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center of each pie comes out clean.

Let the Pies Stand: Remove the pies from the oven and let them stand for 5 minutes before cutting. This helps the filling to set and makes slicing easier.

These simple steps will yield two delicious pies, perfect for a festive Christmas morning breakfast. Enjoy the savory flavors and the festive look of this delightful dish!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different types of cheese?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different cheeses. Each type of cheese will give the pie a unique flavor.

How do I prevent the crust from getting soggy?
To prevent a soggy crust, ensure that the sausage mixture is well-drained before adding it to the pie. You can also pre-bake the pie crust for a few minutes before adding the filling.

How do I know when the pie is fully cooked?
The pie is done when a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If the top begins to brown too quickly, you can cover it with foil for the remaining baking time.

What can I serve with this pie?
This pie pairs well with a variety of sides such as fruit salad, hash browns, or a fresh green salad. It’s versatile enough to complement many different dishes.

Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, you can freeze any leftovers. Let the pie cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.

Can I use a different type of meat?
Definitely! You can substitute the sausage with other meats like bacon, ham, or turkey sausage. Just ensure the meat is fully cooked before adding it to the pie.

Other Breakfast/BRUNCH Ideas

• Lion House Quiche Lorraine – my all-time favorite quiche.  It has a little lemon in it that really complements the layers of flavors in this dish.
• Southwest Egg Puff – so simple and with a little zip from green chilies.  An excellent choice if you want an egg dish with no meat.
• Mini Ham Quiches – very easy to make and fun to have a mini version.
• Freezer Hash Brown Casserole – you can make this today and keep it in your freezer until right before Christmas, then thaw and bake.
• Crustless Quiche – another easy dish.  This is one dish I hear from others on all the time about who they love it.
• Ham and Cheese Omelet Roll – a fun way to serve up an omelet to 12 people without all the work.  Plus it looks amazing.
• Brunch Pizza Squares – a fun and yummy breakfast pizza.
• Baked Swiss and Sausage Omelet – another easy way to make an omelet for several people.
• Breakfast Casserole – like a strata and made with sausage.
• Baked Oven Omelet – like the breakfast casserole above but made with ham.  This one is a family recipe from my mom.
• Hash Brown Quiche – a yummy version of a quiche made with hash browns as the base.
  Tomorrow I’ll be back with one more yummy egg dish and share with you some great drink recipes along with a few fruit dishes to accompany your breakfast.

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