This Sausage Quiche recipe features a hearty, flavorful quiche with a flaky pie crust, packed with sausage, eggs, and cheese. It’s a warm, simple, and comforting dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner!
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Many quiche recipes can lead to a soggy crust, but not this one! With my homemade pie crust recipe and a few simple tips, you’ll have a quiche with a perfectly flaky crust every single time, and a filling that’s as hearty as it is delicious.
If you enjoy this hearty quiche, you should also try my egg bake, egg casserole, and crockpot breakfast casserole recipes. They’re all about making mornings easy and delicious!
I have a vintage recipe book filled with recipes from the ladies from the church I grew up in. In this book, I found this recipe and I knew I wanted to try it for a hearty breakfast idea on our busy weekdays.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Super Flavorful: The combination of ground sausage and mozzarella cheese in this quiche results in a flavor that’s both hearty and satisfying.
- Easy to Make: Just like my sausage pasta, this recipe is incredibly easy to make. Simply brown the sausage, mix the ingredients, pour into a pie shell, and bake. It’s that simple!
- Comforting: There’s something so comforting about a warm, flaky pie crust filled with a hearty, savory filling made with sausage. It’s the perfect comfort food.
- Family-Friendly: This quiche is a hit with the whole family. The classic flavors are always a crowd-pleaser, and it’s a great way to sneak some extra protein into the kids’ diets.
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Key Ingredients
- Ground Sausage: This is the star of the show, adding a savory and slightly spicy flavor to the quiche. Make sure to cook and drain it before adding it to the pie shell.
- Eggs: They bind all the ingredients together, giving the quiche its structure and a fluffy texture.
- Whole Milk: This will make the quiche a bit richer and creamier. If you want a lighter option, you can use low-fat milk instead.
- Shredded Mozzarella: It adds a gooey, cheesy goodness to the quiche. You can also experiment with other types of cheese, like cheddar or Swiss, for a different flavor.
- Ground Pepper: A pinch of this will add a little kick to the quiche, balancing out the richness of the other ingredients.
- Pie Shell: This is the base of the quiche, providing a buttery, flaky foundation for all the other ingredients. You can use a store-bought pie shell or make your own pie shell from scratch for a more homemade touch.
Equipment
- Pie Plate – You’ll need this to press your pie shell into and to bake your quiche in. It’s an essential piece of equipment for this recipe.
How to Make Sausage Quiche
Preparation
To start, preheat your oven to 425˚ F. This will make sure that it’s at the right temperature when you’re ready to bake your quiche.
Step 1 – Prepare the Pie Shell
Take your pie shell and press it into a pie plate. This will form the base of your quiche and provide a delicious, flaky crust.
Step 2 – Cook the Sausage
Next, brown the ground sausage in a pan. Once it’s cooked, be sure to drain it well to remove any excess grease.
Step 3 – Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine the eggs and milk. Whisk them together until they are well combined. Then, add in the cooked sausage, cheese, and ground pepper. This will form a flavorful, hearty filling for your quiche.
Step 4 – Assemble and Bake the Quiche
Pour the egg and sausage mixture into the pie shell. Then, place the pie in the preheated oven and bake it for 35-40 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the top is brown and the eggs are set.
Step 5 – Serve the Quiche
Once your quiche is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, slice it and serve it warm. It’s the perfect dish for a hearty breakfast or a satisfying brunch.
Expert Tip
To prevent the top of your sausage quiche from browning too much before the eggs are set, simply cover it with foil. This will allow the quiche to continue cooking without the risk of burning the top.
Recipe Variations
- Ham and Cheese: Substitute the ground sausage with chopped ham and swap the mozzarella for cheddar for a more classic ham and cheese flavor.
- Veggie Quiche: Add a cup of your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, onions, and spinach, to the egg mixture for a colorful and nutritious twist.
- Spicy: If you like a bit of heat, use spicy sausage and add a dash of cayenne pepper to the egg mixture for a spicy, flavorful quiche.
What to Serve With
- For a delicious brunch, serve your sausage quiche with a side of fresh fruit salad and a hot cup of coffee.
- If you’re hosting a breakfast buffet, cut your quiche into small, bite-sized pieces and serve it on a platter with other breakfast favorites like bacon, mini muffins, and yogurt parfaits.
- You can also enjoy this quiche for lunch or dinner. Simply pair it with a mixed green salad and some crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
Make Ahead Instructions
If you want to make this recipe ahead of time easily, I recommend making the pie shell the night before and keeping it refrigerated. Also, cook the sausage the night before as well and keep refrigerated. In the morning, whip up the filling using the already-cooked sausage and pour it into your prepared baking shell. Bake as directed.
Recipe FAQs
You can use any type of ground sausage for this quiche. I personally like to use breakfast sausage for its classic flavor, but you could also use Italian sausage for a bit of a kick.
No, you do not need to pre-bake the pie shell. Simply press it into the pie plate and it will bake along with the quiche.
Yes, feel free to customize the quiche with your favorite ingredients. You can add some sautééd vegetables, like bell peppers or spinach, or even some diced ham. Just make sure not to overfill the pie shell.
Storing and Reheating
- Storing: Once baked, let the quiche cool completely. Then, cover it tightly with plastic wrap. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: This quiche is freezer-friendly! After it has cooled completely, wrap it in a layer of plastic wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Thaw: To thaw the frozen quiche, simply transfer it from the freezer to the refrigerator. Let it thaw for 24 hours.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes.
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Serving Size
- What to Expect: This sausage quiche recipe yields a delicious 9″ quiche, enough to serve 6 generous slices.
- How to Scale: If you’re planning to serve a larger crowd, you can easily double the recipe and follow the instructions as directed. Just make sure to use a larger pan to accommodate the increased quantity.
Sausage Quiche
Ingredients
- 9 inch pie shell
- ½ lb ground sausage cooked and drained
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ Cup milk
- 1 cup mozzarella shredded
- ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425˚ F. Add your pie shell into the pie plate.
- Brown and cook the ground sausage. Drain well.
- In a bowl combine the eggs and milk. Whisk until combined. Mix in the sausage, cheese and ground pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pie shell. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is browned and the eggs are set. Serve warm.
This was delicious! I added 1/2 green pepper and 1/2 yellow onion, both chopped, for some additional zip.
So glad you enjoyed it!
This is great recipe to make when you crave that hearty dinner or lunch. This recipe has the perfection combination of sausage to egg to cheese ratio. And I love the crust!