Delicious Spinach and Gruyere Cheese Quiche with a Crispy Hash Brown Crust
Ingredients:
For the Hash Brown Crust:
– 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed and excess moisture squeezed out
For the Quiche Filling:
– 3 slices bacon, chopped
– 1 package baby spinach
– 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup diced onion
– 6 large eggs
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
– 3 tablespoons butter
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 pinch nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish to prepare it for the hash brown crust.
2. Prepare Hash Brown Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the thawed hash browns with 2 tablespoons of melted butter and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Press the hash browns into the bottom and up the sides of the pie dish to form a crust.
3. Bake Crust: Bake the hash brown crust in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
4. Cook Bacon: In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Set aside.
5. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
6. Add Spinach: Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, shredded Gruyere cheese, black pepper, nutmeg, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
8. Combine Ingredients: Stir the cooked bacon and spinach mixture into the egg mixture until evenly combined.
9. Fill Crust: Pour the quiche filling into the pre-baked hash brown crust.
10. Bake Quiche: Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
11. Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
12. Enjoy: Serve your delicious Spinach and Gruyere Cheese Quiche with a crispy hash brown crust warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
This savory quiche recipe with a crispy hash brown crust is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. The combination of Gruyere cheese, bacon, and spinach is irresistible. Try this quiche recipe today and experience the yummy flavors yourself!
