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A slice of savory Breakfast Pizza with a hash brown crust, bacon, and a sunny-side-up egg, garnished with fresh herbs on a board.

Hearty Breakfast & Brunch Slice

This versatile and satisfying breakfast slice is packed with savory sausage, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and fresh vegetables, all nestled in a flaky pastry crust. It's an ideal make-ahead option for a bustling morning or a relaxed brunch.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 530

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed, or crescent roll dough
  • 1 tsp Olive Oil for greasing
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Breakfast Sausage ground, mild or spicy
  • 1/2 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 1/2 medium Bell Pepper any color, diced
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach roughly chopped (optional)
  • 6 Large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper freshly ground
  • Pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional, for heat)
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Baking Dish and Pastry
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Carefully unroll the puff pastry sheet (or crescent roll dough) and gently press it into the prepared baking dish, allowing it to extend slightly up the sides to form a crust. Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork a few times to prevent excessive puffing during baking.
Cook the Filling
  1. In a large non-stick skillet, cook the ground breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the diced yellow onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked sausage. Sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. If using, add the chopped fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
Assemble and Bake
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, milk (or half-and-half), salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until everything is well combined and slightly frothy.
  2. Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture.
  3. Add the slightly cooled sausage and vegetable mixture to the egg and cheese mixture, stirring until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the entire filling mixture into the puff pastry-lined baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set in the center (a knife inserted into the center should come out clean) and the pastry crust is golden brown and flaky.
  6. Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into 8 equal pieces. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

This Breakfast & Brunch Slice is excellent for meal prep! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in a toaster oven for a crispier crust. Feel free to customize the vegetables with mushrooms, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes, or swap the sausage for cooked bacon or ham.