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Egg & Sausage quiche
Egg & Sausage Quiche is a hearty and comforting breakfast or brunch dish, beloved for its rich flavor and satisfying texture. With a flaky pie shell base, savory sausage, hard-boiled eggs, and melted cheese, this dish brings together simple, flavorful ingredients into a nourishing and delicious meal. Ideal for family gatherings or morning celebrations, this quiche offers a warm, homey taste that never fails to please.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pie shell (9-inch, do not prick)
  • 8 oz pork sausage
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs (hard-boiled , chopped or shredded)
  • 4 oz Swiss cheese (shredded)
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese (, shredded)
  • 3 eggs (beaten)
  • 1 ¼ cups light cream (undiluted, or evaporated milk)
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp pepper
  • Paprika (for sprinkling)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Pie Shell

  • Bake the 9-inch pie shell for 7 minutes at 350°F. Do not prick the shell.
  • Let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 2: Cook Sausage

  • Brown the sausage in a skillet.
  • Break into small pieces and drain well on paper towels.

Step 3: Layer Ingredients

  • Sprinkle chopped hard-boiled eggs into the bottom of the pie shell.
  • Top with cooked sausage and shredded cheeses.

Step 4: Mix Filling

  • In a bowl, combine beaten eggs, cream (or evaporated milk), salt, and pepper.
  • Pour mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.

Step 5: Bake

  • Sprinkle top with paprika.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes or until set.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Substitute cooked bacon or ham for sausage.
  • Add ½ cup sautéed onions, mushrooms, or peppers for extra flavor.
  • Use all-Swiss or all-cheddar cheese if preferred.
  • Replace light cream with half-and-half for a slightly lighter quiche.
  • Add a pinch of dry mustard for a savory depth.
  • Make ahead: assemble the night before and bake in the morning.
  • Use a deep-dish pie shell for a higher, fluffier quiche.
  • Add spinach for a more nutrient-dense version.
  • Use smoked paprika for a richer flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 221mgSodium: 514mgPotassium: 201mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 847IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 278mgIron: 1mg
Keyword breakfast casserole, brunch, brunch dish, comfort food, family recipes, heirloom recipe, Quiche, retro cooking, vintage recipe
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