Description
This Shredded Potato Quiche is a delicious and hearty dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. With a crispy hash brown crust, creamy egg filling, and savory ham and cheese, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
– 1 (16 ounce) package frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
– 1/4 cup butter, melted
– 5 eggs, lightly beaten
– 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
– 1 cup cooked ham, diced
– 1/4 cup milk
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Press the thawed hash brown potatoes into the bottom and up the sides of a greased 9-inch pie dish. Drizzle melted butter over the potatoes and bake for 25 minutes.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs, Swiss cheese, ham, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the baked hash brown crust.
3. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C) and bake the quiche for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
– You can customize this quiche by adding in your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
– For a healthier version, you can use turkey bacon or chicken sausage instead of ham.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 195mg