Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Quiche
A savory quiche combining crumbled sausage and roasted red peppers in a creamy custard, perfect for brunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs like thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté the crumbled sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Whisk together the eggs and heavy cream (or milk), adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Layer the cooked sausage and chopped roasted red peppers in the pre-made pie crust.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and peppers.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Place the quiche in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg