Craving a breakfast masterpiece that'll make your taste buds dance and impress everyone at the table? Prepare to revolutionize your morning meal with our Hashbrown Crust Asparagus Quiche - a crispy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible dish that transforms ordinary ingredients into a gourmet sensation! Imagine a golden, crisp hashbrown crust cradling tender asparagus and melted cheese, all wrapped in a silky egg custard that'll have your family begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen hashbrowns
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup chopped asparagus
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Ensure your oven rack is positioned in the middle for even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hashbrowns with melted butter. Mix thoroughly to ensure hashbrowns are evenly coated.
- Press the buttered hashbrowns into a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even layer across the bottom and up the sides. This will form your quiche crust.
- Bake the hashbrown crust for 15-20 minutes until edges start turning golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the pre-baked hashbrown crust.
- Distribute chopped asparagus over the cheese layer.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the asparagus and cheese, ensuring even distribution.
- Top with remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
- For the crispiest hashbrown crust, make sure to pat the frozen hashbrowns dry before mixing with butter. Excess moisture can prevent that perfect golden crunch.
- Use fresh, in-season asparagus for the most vibrant flavor. If using frozen asparagus, thaw and pat dry to prevent excess water in your quiche.
- Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes after baking - this helps it set and makes slicing much easier.
- For extra flavor, consider adding some crispy bacon bits or sautéed onions to the cheese layer.
- To check if the quiche is done, give it a gentle shake. The center should be just set with a slight wobble - it will continue cooking as it cools.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like gruyère or goat cheese for unique flavor profiles.
- This quiche can be prepared ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for meal prep or entertaining!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 140mg
