cheesy morel pie

Union Lake, MI
Updated on Jan 21, 2013

In Northern Michigan, Morel Mushrooms are a big deal, they are by far the best mushroom I have ever tasted. But if you can't get morels then your favorite mushrooms will also work. This is a wonderfully tasty pie and will be a big hit whenever you make it.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method ---
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound morel mushrooms, rinsed and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon mince garlic (sold in jars in dairy section)
  • 5 slices bacon, uncooked
  • 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 package cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup sharp shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup swiss cheese, shredded
  • 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 sticks asparagus, fresh
  • - salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 small red pepper, diced
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crust

How To Make cheesy morel pie

  • Step 1
    In a large skillet, fry bacon until done. drain on papertowel. when cool enough chop up in a food processor. set aside.
  • Step 2
    In the bacon drippings saute sliced morel mushrooms,onion,garlic,asparagus,and red pepper until veggies are tender.
  • Step 3
    In a large bowl beat eggs until foamy. Add cream cheese and beat until smooth. Mix in salt & pepper. Add veggie mixture and bacon pieces.
  • Step 4
    Unroll pastry in a 9" deep dish pie pan. Trim and flute edges. Fill bottom with cheddar cheese. Pour mixture in on top of cheese. Top with Swiss cheese, sprinkle parmesan and paprika on top.
  • Step 5
    Bake at 375^ for 30 min.

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