Description
This delicious quiche features a crispy hash brown crust topped with a creamy filling of sour cream, eggs, bacon, and sharp cheddar. The rich flavors of the bacon and cheese, combined with the perfect blend of Dijon mustard and scallions, make for a savory and satisfying meal. Ideal for brunch or a cozy dinner!
Ingredients
Crust:
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Cooking spray
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1 (20-oz.) bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
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2 oz. sharp cheddar, shredded (about ½ cup)
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2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
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½ tsp. garlic powder
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½ tsp. kosher salt
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¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Filling & Assembly:
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1 Tbsp. cornstarch
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6 large eggs, divided
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2 cups sour cream
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1 cup whole milk
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2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
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½ tsp. kosher salt
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¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
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8 oz. bacon (about 8 slices), cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 bunch scallions, white and dark green parts separated, thinly sliced
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4 oz. sharp cheddar, shredded (about 1 cup), divided
Instructions
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Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray. Combine the hash brown potatoes, 2 oz. sharp cheddar, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the pie dish to form a crust. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy.
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Cook the bacon: While the crust is baking, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set it aside. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
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Make the filling: In the same skillet, add the white part of the scallions and sauté for 2-3 minutes. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, eggs, sour cream, whole milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Assemble the quiche: Once the crust is done, sprinkle the bacon, sautéed scallions, and half of the shredded cheddar (2 oz.) over the crust. Pour the egg mixture over the top, then sprinkle the remaining cheddar on top.
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Bake the quiche: Bake the quiche at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
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Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
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For a crunchier crust, press the hash browns firmly into the dish and bake longer if needed.
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You can use turkey bacon as a substitute for regular bacon for a lighter version.
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The quiche can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: hash brown crust, bacon and cheddar quiche, savory quiche, brunch, eggs, cheesy quiche, easy quiche recipe