A savory and comforting quiche featuring a crispy hash brown crust filled with a flavorful mixture of ham, sharp cheddar, roasted red peppers, green onions, and bacon. Perfect for brunch or a hearty breakfast, this quiche delivers a delicious combination of textures and bold flavors.
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Ingredients
Hash Brown Crust
16 oz frozen hash brown shredded potatoes, thawed
4 tbsp butter, melted
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch of salt
Pinch of pepper
Quiche Filling
6 eggs, beaten
1 ½ cups sharp cheddar, shredded
4 green onions, chopped
¼ cup roasted red peppers
½ cup diced ham
3 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
½ cup half and half
Dash of hot sauce
Chives for garnish
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 450°. Spray a pie pan with baking spray to prevent sticking.
Make Hash Brown Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine thawed hash browns, melted butter, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Press this mixture evenly into the prepared pie pan to form the crust.
Bake Crust: Bake the crust at 450° for 25 minutes until it turns golden brown and crispy. Once done, reduce the oven temperature to 350°.
Prepare Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together the beaten eggs, shredded sharp cheddar, chopped green onions, roasted red peppers, diced ham, crumbled bacon, half and half, and a dash of hot sauce in a bowl until well combined.
Fill and Bake Quiche: Pour the egg and cheese mixture into the baked hash brown crust. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until the center is puffed up and springs back gently when pressed.
Rest and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Garnish with freshly chopped chives and serve with additional hot sauce if desired.
Reheating Instructions: If making ahead, reheat the quiche in a 325° oven for 15 minutes until warmed through.
Notes
Make sure to thaw the frozen hash browns completely and drain any excess moisture to avoid a soggy crust.
Use freshly cooked and crumbled bacon for best texture and flavor.
Roasted red peppers add a sweet, smoky flavor but can be substituted with fresh bell peppers if preferred.
For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and bacon and add extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
Allow the quiche to rest before cutting to ensure clean slices and proper setting of the filling.
Storing leftovers in the refrigerator and reheating gently preserves the texture and flavor.
