Hash Brown Crusted Quiche Recipe - Belly Full (2024)

Published: May 4, 2014Updated: December 20, 2020Author: Amy

This Hash Brown Crusted Quiche with sausage is crazy flavorful, super easy, and happens to be gluten free. The shredded potatoes create a crispy crust that makes this recipe hearty and filling. Enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner!

I served this quiche for my sister’s birthday a while back. And then proceeded to make it about 1,057 times since then.

It’s become my go-to for so many Sunday brunches or when friends come to visit. Bonus, it’s gluten free, so if you have friends or family who need to avoid flour, this is a wonderful option!

What is Quiche?

Quiche at its most basic level is a savory custard tart made with milk and eggs poured into a pie crust and baked.The most well-known is quiche Lorraine, which includes bacon, but the possibilities for ingredients are practically endless. It can be served hot or cold.

Quiche Recipe

Instead of a traditional pastry crust, this quiche recipe has a crust made of crispy shredded potatoes, making it gluten free and dare I say…better? It’s so good!

Ingredients you need:

• Shredded potatoes
• Unsalted butter
• salt and pepper
• Seasoned Italian sausage
• Largeeggs
• Heavy cream
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Shredded Monterey jack cheese
• Scallions

(Scroll down for the exact measurements and the detailed printable recipe card.)

How to Make Quiche

This quiche recipe is so delicious, and super easy. Two of my favorite things. There are only a couple simple steps to making it.

1. Hash Brown Crust: shredded potatoes are seasoned, drizzled with butter, then pressed into a pie plate and baked. You can either shred your own potatoes or buy them pre-shredded, usually found packaged in the dairy aisle next to the eggs.
2. Sauté the Sausage: cook the Italian sausage in a skillet until browned and drain off the grease.
3. Egg Mixture: whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, cheeses, scallions, and the cooked sausage. Season and then pour the mixture over the partially baked potato crust.
4. Bake: place in the oven and bake until set.

Breakfast Quiche Variations

• Switch up the type of sausage to mix up the flavor: You can use a spicy sausage, an Italian sausage, or a milk breakfast sausage.
• You can easily add a couple of diced veggies into this dish: Vegetables that cook quickly are best, so bell pepper, mushrooms, or asparagus would all work well.
• Get in your greens: Baby spinach or kale are easily added to this quiche recipe. Once the sausage is done cooking, add the greens in with it to cook down for 3 to 5 minutes, then follow the rest of the recipe as written.

How to Store

How long does quiche last? Cool completely, then wrap tightly and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
How to reheat quiche: To reheat, uncover and bake in a 350 degree oven for about 30 minutes. (If reheating individual slices, it will take far less time.)
Can this be frozen? Yep! Simply prepare and bake the quiche, then cool to room temperature. Cover in plastic wrap and also in foil (to avoid freezer burn), then freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight.

Video for Easy Quiche

What to Serve with Quiche

Quiche is a hearty dish, so ideally you’ll want to pair it with something light. Our personal favorites are Roasted Asparagus, Arugula Beet Salad, or Cucumber Tomato Salad.

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