Sausage and Peppers Pot Pie
Discover the genius of a saucy Italian sausage, peppers, and onions pot pie crowned with a shortcut – refrigerated biscuit dough. This practical yet flavorful dish transforms your kitchen routine with a golden, cheesy topping. An ingenious revelation that's as delectable as it is easy.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage casing removed
- 1 onion thinly sliced
- 2 bell peppers red and green, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (16.3 ounces) biscuit dough refrigerated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles with a spatula. Drain any excess fat.
- Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the drained diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer the sausage and pepper mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Roll out the refrigerated biscuit dough and place it on top of the sausage and pepper mixture, covering it entirely.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the biscuit dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Experiment with different types of sausage for varied flavors.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- You can customize the vegetables by adding mushrooms or zucchini.
- Ensure the biscuit dough is cooked through by checking its internal temperature.
- This dish reheats well, making it a great option for leftovers.