Cheesy Sausage Quiche
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Cheesy Sausage Quiche, a comforting dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. With a buttery, flaky pie crust as its base, this recipe combines golden-browned breakfast sausage, sautéed onions, and a luscious blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. The creamy filling, made from eggs, milk, and heavy cream, is seasoned to perfection with just the right hint of salt and pepper. Baked to a golden-brown finish, this quiche offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors in every bite. Simple to prepare and boasting only 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal crowd-pleaser for family gatherings or weekend mornings. Serve it warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and watch it disappear from the table. This quiche recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves cheesy, hearty comfort food with a refined touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece refrigerated pie crust
- 0.5 pound breakfast sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Gently unroll the refrigerated pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and flute the edges as needed, then set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until softened and translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bottom of the prepared pie crust.
Layer the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the sausage layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
Gently stir in the sautéed onions.
Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and sausage in the pie crust, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
Carefully transfer the quiche to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 237.2 g | 304% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.7 g | 554% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1206 mg | 402% | |
| Sodium | 6047 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 120.4 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 1724 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1392 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
