Italian Potato Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of heavy duty foil.
2. 2
   Bake at 450 for 7 minutes.
3. 3
   Reduce oven heat to 350.
4. 4
   Brown sausage and drain well.
5. 5
   Place cottage cheese and egg into blender and process until smooth.
6. 6
   Stir into potatoes along with the sour cream and seasonings.
7. 7
   Place sausage in paster shell and top with potatoes.
8. 8
   Drizzle with butter.
9. 9
   Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set.
10. 10
    Sprinkle with cheese and let stand until melted.
11. 11
    Serve.