sausage quiche
This hearty sausage quiche is perfect for brunch or a light dinner. With a flaky crust filled with creamy eggs, savory sausage, and cheese, it’s sure to please a crowd.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch pie dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 skillet
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust pie crust store-bought or homemade
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked sausage crumbled
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using a store-bought pie crust, place it in the pie dish and pierce the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. If using homemade, roll it out and place it in the dish, trimming any excess.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the crumbled cooked sausage to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring it is heated through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
- Spread the sausage mixture evenly over the pie crust, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese, ensuring it fills to just below the top of the crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and lightly golden on top. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Allow the quiche to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can customize the filling by adding vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes.
This quiche can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick meal.
Serve warm or at room temperature with a side salad for a complete meal.