Savory Impossible Pie with Bacon and Swiss: Your Go-To Easy Brunch & Dinner Recipe
Indulge in the comforting embrace of our Impossible Pie with Bacon and Swiss, a truly versatile dish perfect for brunch, breakfast, or a satisfying dinner. This delightful creation promises to bring smiles and full, happy bellies to your table, offering a delicious modern twist on a cherished vintage recipe. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, relying on simple, everyday pantry ingredients, making it an ideal choice for any home cook looking for a hassle-free yet impressive meal. Discover how this savory pie effortlessly combines classic flavors with modern convenience.
Do you fondly recall your childhood, watching your mom whip up that famous pie from the back of a baking mix box? The “Impossible Cheeseburger Pie” was a household staple for many, a simple yet satisfying meal that became a fond memory.
Well, friends, prepare for a delicious blast from the past, reimagined! This Impossible Pie with Bacon & Swiss is essentially the breakfast-inspired evolution of that vintage classic. However, its robust and savory flavors make it a fantastic main dish for any time of the day, so feel free to enjoy it beyond just the morning meal.
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Easter & Mother’s Day Brunch: The Perfect Occasion for Savory Pies
As Easter approaches and Mother’s Day draws near, many of us naturally shift into brunch planning mode. These special holidays just have a way of calling for relaxed, celebratory meals that bridge the gap between breakfast and lunch. And honestly, who’s complaining?
I, for one, absolutely adore brunch! It’s one of my favorite types of gatherings to host because it offers such an incredible array of culinary possibilities. You’re not restricted to just breakfast items; instead, you get to enjoy a delightful mix of sweet and savory, often accompanied by those wonderful mimosas!
This “retro” Impossible Pie, featuring crispy bacon, creamy Swiss cheese, and the unique sweet and tangy notes of Dorothy Lynch Home Style Salad Dressing & Condiment, is an exemplary addition to any Sunday brunch spread. Its savory profile and satisfying texture make it a standout dish that will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. It’s truly the perfect savory brunch pie to complete your festive table.
Effortless Brunch Pie: A Recipe Built on Simple Pantry Ingredients
This Impossible Pie couldn’t be more timely, especially given recent years where cooking at home became a widespread necessity and joy. The challenging times of 2020, with widespread shelter-in-place orders due to COVID-19, highlighted the importance of making the most of what we had readily available. Businesses and restaurants faced closures, leading many to rediscover the pleasure of home cooking and the practicality of utilizing pantry staples to limit frequent grocery runs.
This bacon and Swiss pie fits this philosophy perfectly. It’s crafted from common pantry ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it incredibly accessible. Furthermore, for those who might be new to the world of home cooking or simply appreciate straightforward recipes, this dish is remarkably simple to prepare, delivering maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Key Ingredients for Dorothy’s Impossible Pie with Bacon & Swiss
To bring this delightful pie to life, you’ll need just a few essential components and a deep-dish pie plate. The stars of the show include crispy bacon, vibrant green onions, savory Swiss cheese, the unique tang of Dorothy Lynch Home Style Salad Dressing, farm-fresh eggs, wholesome milk, and the versatile Bisquick baking mix. Each ingredient plays a crucial role in creating the pie’s distinct flavor and comforting, biscuit-like texture.
Assembling Your Impossible Pie: A Step-by-Step Guide
The preparation for this incredible pie is remarkably straightforward. While your oven heats up to the required temperature, begin by evenly spreading the crumbled, cooked bacon across the bottom of your deep-dish pie plate. This forms a delicious, savory base. Next, layer fresh, thinly sliced green onions over the bacon, adding a subtle oniony zest. Finally, generously top these layers with shredded Swiss cheese, which will melt into a gooey, flavorful layer as the pie bakes.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the eggs and milk, whisking them thoroughly until they are well integrated and slightly frothy. This forms the liquid base of our pie. Then, incorporate the star ingredient, Dorothy Lynch dressing, and the Bisquick baking mix. Continue to whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Once combined, carefully pour this velvety mixture over the cheese and other ingredients in your pie plate, ensuring an even distribution.
If you happen to be out of Bisquick, don’t fret! Making your own is incredibly simple with my tried-and-true Homemade Bisquick Recipe, ensuring you can still enjoy this pie without a trip to the store.
Bake the pie until it achieves a beautiful golden-brown hue and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating it’s perfectly set. The entire process, from initial prep to golden perfection, typically takes about 45 minutes, making it a quick and efficient meal solution for busy days or impromptu gatherings. This quick bake time truly makes it an easy impossible pie!
As I previously highlighted, this versatile pie isn’t exclusively for brunch or breakfast. In fact, it makes an outstanding and hearty dinner option. Recently, I served it for a weeknight family meal, and it was met with rave reviews.
To complement the rich flavors of the pie, and in the spirit of maximizing my pantry and fridge contents, I quickly prepared a batch of Dorothy’s Cole Slaw. I’ve previously shared this fantastic slaw, where it shone brightly atop a flavorful slow cooker pulled pork sandwich. It’s a truly adaptable side dish.
This time, I put a slight twist on the original recipe by using red cabbage I had on hand in the refrigerator, along with some shredded carrots and thinly sliced red onion. I also halved the recipe since there were only four of us dining that evening, demonstrating how easily it can be scaled to fit your needs.
The crisp, tangy coleslaw proved to be the perfect counterpoint to the rich, savory pie, creating a wonderfully balanced and satisfying meal. My family absolutely loved it, commenting on its comforting flavor, which reminded them fondly of my beloved Bacon & Swiss Quiche. However, this Impossible Pie offers an even heartier and more filling experience, thanks to its unique, biscuit-like middle. It’s a delightful addition to any meal plan.
Discover the Uniqueness of Dorothy Lynch Home Style Dressing & Condiment
The legendary Dorothy Lynch herself crafted her signature dressing in the 1940s, initially serving it at a quaint restaurant she and her husband operated at the local Legion Club in St. Paul, Nebraska. The dressing’s popularity soared rapidly, with patrons often bringing their own bottles to have Dorothy personally fill them, eager to enjoy its distinctive flavor in their homes. This rich history speaks volumes about its enduring appeal.
Dorothy Lynch Home Style Dressing & Condiment is best characterized by its delightful balance of sweet and spicy notes, coupled with a wonderfully thick and creamy texture. Due to its inviting reddish-orange hue, many mistakenly assume it’s merely another French dressing. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, its flavor profile is entirely unique and distinct from traditional French dressing. While French dressings are typically oil-based, Dorothy Lynch boasts a rich tomato base, giving it a vibrant depth. The most fitting word to describe its unparalleled taste? Homemade. It truly tastes like a labor of love, crafted with care.
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The Versatility of Dorothy Lynch: So Much More Than Just a Salad Dressing
While Dorothy Lynch proudly began its journey as a beloved salad dressing, its culinary applications extend far beyond the salad bowl. Its distinctive sweet and tangy profile, combined with its creamy texture, makes it an incredibly versatile ingredient in countless dishes. We enthusiastically incorporate it into many other recipes, discovering new ways to elevate our meals.
It shines brightly as a flavorful marinade for meats, infusing them with a unique zest. It makes an excellent vegetable dip, perfect for brightening up raw crudités, and transforms into a fantastic pizza dip that adds a delightful twist to your favorite slices. Furthermore, Dorothy Lynch is absolutely exquisite when paired with classic barbecue dishes and fried chicken, providing a burst of unexpected flavor. Both Dorothy Lynch Home Style and Dorothy Lynch Light & Lean varieties are also certified gluten-free, making them suitable for a wider range of dietary needs.
Beyond these applications, its unique flavor consistently takes so many of my own recipes to an entirely new level, adding depth and a comforting homemade touch that is truly unmatched. It’s a secret weapon in the kitchen for a reason!
I have personally integrated Dorothy Lynch Home Style Salad Dressing & Condiment into an extensive array of recipes, demonstrating its incredible versatility. It has served as a secret ingredient for homemade taco seasoning, adding depth to taco sauce, forming the base for tangy barbecue sauce, enhancing pizza sauce, and creating an unforgettable coleslaw dressing. For our family, it transcends the definition of a mere salad dressing; it’s an ever-present staple at our cookouts, tailgates, holiday feasts, and even our everyday family meals, consistently bringing its unique, comforting flavor to every dish.
More Delicious Dorothy Lynch Recipes from An Affair from the Heart
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- My famously irresistible Sloppy Dorothy Sandwiches, a hearty family favorite.
- The delectable Dorothy’s Cheesy Bacon Pull-Apart Bread, perfect for sharing.
- Flavorful Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Dorothy’s Cole Slaw, an ideal combination of tender meat and tangy crunch.
- Delicious Dorothy’s BBQ Pork Chops, featuring a unique glaze.
- Vibrant Taco Salads with Dorothy’s Homemade Taco Sauce, bursting with fresh flavor.
- The festive Dorothy’s Cranberry Meatballs (pictured above), a sweet and savory appetizer.
- And the fun-to-make Dorothy’s Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets, a crowd-pleasing snack or light meal.
WHERE TO FIND YOUR OWN BOTTLE OF DOROTHY LYNCH
Dorothy Lynch Home Style Dressing & Condiment is widely available! You can find it at numerous locally owned shops throughout Nebraska and at select grocery stores nationwide, including major retailers like Walmart and Hy-Vee, making it accessible for many home cooks.
If local availability is a challenge, worry not. You can conveniently stock your pantry with Dorothy Lynch by shopping online. It’s available through Buy Nebraska, Amazon, or directly from the official Dorothy Lynch website, where you’ll also discover a treasure trove of additional fantastic recipes!
Speaking of wonderful recipes, let’s dive into this comforting and satisfying family recipe for Impossible Pie with Bacon & Swiss! It’s truly a dish that brings warmth and joy to any meal.
Until next time, please know that you and your family’s health and safety remain in my thoughts and prayers during these extraordinary times. We will navigate through this together, finding comfort and joy in shared meals. 
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Impossible Pie with Bacon & Swiss
Equipment
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Deep-dish pie plate
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Mixing bowl & Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 pound of bacon fried crisp and crumbled
- 3-4 green onions about 1/3 cup, chopped with tops reserved for garnish
- 1 heaping cup of shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1 cup Bisquick
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Dorothy Lynch Home Style Salad Dressing & Condiment
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
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Evenly spread the crispy, crumbled bacon into the bottom of a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Follow with the chopped green onions, distributing them over the bacon. Finally, layer the shredded Swiss cheese over the onions.
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In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk together the milk and eggs until smooth. Then, add the Dorothy Lynch dressing and the Bisquick mix. Continue to whisk until all ingredients are well combined and the batter is smooth.
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Carefully pour the prepared batter over the bacon, onions, and cheese mixture in the pie plate. Lightly season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the pie to stand and cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm to enjoy its full flavor and perfect texture.