Sausage Gravy Puff Pie
Craving a comforting and delicious meal? Look no further than this hearty Sausage Gravy Puff Pie! With flaky puff pastry and savory sausage gravy, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your loved ones.
Ingredients:
- 1 package puff pastry sheets
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and place one sheet on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a skillet, cook the ground sausage until browned. Sprinkle flour over the sausage and cook for an additional minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens to make the gravy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sausage gravy over the puff pastry sheet on the baking sheet. Top with the second puff pastry sheet and crimp the edges to seal.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use pre-made sausage gravy instead of making it from scratch?
- Q: Can I use a different type of meat instead of ground sausage?
- Q: Can I make this dish ahead of time and reheat it?
A: While homemade sausage gravy is recommended for the best flavor, you can use pre-made sausage gravy if you’re short on time.
A: Yes, you can substitute ground beef, turkey, or even vegetarian sausage for the ground sausage in this recipe.
A: You can assemble the pie ahead of time and bake it when ready to serve, but it is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
Helpful tips:
- For added flavor, consider adding a dash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce to the sausage gravy.
- To prevent the puff pastry from becoming too soggy, dock the pastry sheet with a fork before adding the gravy.
- You can customize this dish by adding in vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach to the sausage gravy.
Expert Secrets:
- To ensure a perfectly flaky puff pastry, make sure to keep the pastry and ingredients cold before assembling and baking.
- For a richer gravy, you can substitute some of the whole milk with heavy cream or half-and-half.
- To achieve a golden-brown crust, brush the top of the puff pastry with an egg wash before baking.