Cheesy Spinach Quiche with a Crispy Hash Brown Crust

Ingredients

For the Hash Brown Crust:

• 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed and drained
• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)

For the Quiche Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
• 5 large eggs
• ½ cup milk (or half-and-half for a richer quiche)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Hash Brown Crust:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a bowl, mix thawed hash browns, olive oil or butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. Press the hash browns firmly into the bottom and sides of the pie dish to form a crust.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden and crispy. Remove from oven and set aside.

2. Make the Filling:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds, then add spinach and cook until wilted (or heated through if using frozen). Remove from heat.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in the cooked spinach mixture.

3. Assemble & Bake:

1. Pour the egg mixture into the pre-baked hash brown crust.
2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and slightly golden on top.
3. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Serving Suggestions:

• Enjoy warm for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
• Serve with a fresh green salad or fruit on the side.
• Add crumbled bacon or feta for extra flavor.

Enjoy your Cheesy Spinach Quiche with a Crispy Hash Brown Crust! 🥔🧀🥚🌿