Hash Brown Crust Quiche
Directions
- 1Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- 2In a bowl, combine hash browns with 5 tablespoons of melted butter, seasoning salt or garlic powder, and 1 egg. Mix well and press into the bottom and sides of a springform pan or pie dish.
- 3Bake until golden brown and crispy (25-30 minutes).
- 4Meanwhile, cook diced ham, red bell pepper, and green onion in 1 tablespoon of butter until pepper softens (about 4 minutes).
- 5Spread the ham mixture over the baked crust and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
- 6Whisk together the remaining 5 eggs, heavy cream, salt and pepper.
- 7Pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese.
- 8Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake until the filling is puffed and lightly browned (30-40 minutes).
- 9Let the quiche rest before slicing and serving.
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded hash brown potatoes, slightly thawed
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 seasoning salt or garlic powder
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 0.33 cup finely diced red bell pepper
- 0.25 cup chopped green onion
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 salt and pepper
Equipment
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