Description
Bacon Cheddar Quiche with a Crispy Hash Brown Crust is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any breakfast or brunch occasion. This savory dish features a delightful crispy hash brown crust filled with creamy cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fluffy eggs. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy morning at home, this quiche is sure to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix thawed hash browns with melted butter; press into a greased pie pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook diced bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain excess fat and sauté onions until translucent.
- Whisk eggs and milk in a bowl; stir in cooked bacon, onions, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the filling into the baked crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 155mg