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Spanish Tortilla-Inspired Quiche With Hashbrown Crust

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This Spanish tortilla-inspired quiche combines the crispy goodness of hash browns with a creamy, cheesy custard for the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or meal prep, this dish is both rich and satisfying while remaining gluten-free!

Ingredients

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  1. For the Hashbrown Crust:

    • 8 cups shredded hash browns, thawed

    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

    • 1 egg

    For the Quiche Filling:

    • 3 eggs

    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

    • 1 ¾ cups shredded white cheddar cheese, divided

    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

    • Cooked hash browns (reserved from crust)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Hashbrown Crust:

    • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

    • In a mixing bowl, combine hash browns, salt, black pepper, melted butter, nutmeg, and 1 egg. Mix well.

    • Line a 9-inch springform pan or deep oven-safe skillet with parchment paper.

    • Press ¾ of the hash brown mixture into the bottom and sides, ensuring no gaps.

    • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until crisp.

  • Crisp the Remaining Hash Browns:

    • Heat a skillet over medium heat.

    • Cook the reserved hash browns until golden brown. Set aside.

  • Prepare the Egg Mixture:

    • In a bowl, whisk together the remaining eggs, cream, nutmeg, and 1 cup shredded cheddar.

  • Assemble the Quiche:

    • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).

    • Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the par-baked crust.

    • Add the toasted hash browns in an even layer.

    • Pour the egg mixture over the top.

    • Sprinkle with the remaining ¾ cup cheese.

 

  • Bake & Serve:

    • Bake for 45 minutes, or until set and golden.

    • Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

    • Serve warm or at room temperature

Notes

  • To make this dish vegetarian, omit any meat and enjoy the full richness of the hashbrown crust and creamy filling.

  • If you prefer, you can swap out the white cheddar for another cheese such as Gruyère or Monterey Jack for a different flavor profile.

 

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