Description
Creamy Mississippi Sin Quiche brings Southern comfort to your breakfast table with its rich blend of cheesy goodness and hearty flavors. Comfort meets indulgence in this easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that will make you the star of any brunch gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Dairy Components:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup green onions, sliced
- ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoons onion powder
- ¼ teaspoons smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Crust:
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade crust if preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare the pastry foundation by nestling the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, creating decorative edges and piercing the base with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- Gently blind bake the crust in a 375F (190C) oven for 10 minutes to enhance its structural integrity and prevent sogginess.
- Craft a silky custard base by whisking eggs with heavy cream, sour cream, and softened cream cheese until achieving a luxurious, uniform consistency.
- Fold in the diced ham, introducing smoky protein complexity to the mixture.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar, creating pockets of melted cheese throughout the quiche.
- Enhance the flavor profile with green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika for a nuanced taste experience.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, balancing the savory elements.
- Transfer the creamy filling into the pre-baked crust, ensuring an even distribution across the pastry landscape.
- Return the quiche to the 375F (190C) oven, allowing it to bake for 35-40 minutes until the center sets completely and a knife emerges clean when inserted.
- Allow the quiche to rest and settle for 10 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the custard stabilize and makes slicing more precise.
- Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature, revealing its layers of creamy, savory goodness.
Notes
- Customize the crust by using gluten-free pie crust for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delicious dish.
- Reduce fat content by substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, creating a lighter version without sacrificing flavor.
- Experiment with protein alternatives like cooked bacon, pulled chicken, or vegetarian ham to make the quiche adaptable to different dietary preferences.
- Enhance meal prep by making the quiche ahead of time and reheating gently in the oven, maintaining its creamy texture and preventing soggy edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg