Name: Sausage, Veggie, and Cheese Quiche in a Buttery Pie Crust Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 8 oz breakfast sausage; ½ yellow onion, diced; ½ green bell pepper, diced; ½ red bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ¾ teaspoons salt, divided; ½ teaspoon pepper, divided; ¾ cup half-and-half; 4 large eggs; 1 (8 oz) block sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 (9 inch) deep dish frozen pie crust, prepared according to package directions

Introduction

This quiche recipe combines savory sausage, colorful veggies, and sharp cheeses in a creamy egg filling, all nestled in a buttery, golden pie crust. It’s a delicious and satisfying dish that takes only 10 minutes to prep and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave a comforting homemade meal.

A single slice of quiche sits on a small white plate placed on a white marbled texture. The quiche has three visible layers: a thick, golden brown crust at the bottom, a dense middle layer filled with chunks of meat and small pieces of green and red vegetables, and a slightly browned, smooth egg layer on top sprinkled with small crumbs of white cheese and tiny green herb pieces. The edge of the crust is slightly wavy and light golden in color. A silver fork lies in the background on the marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz breakfast sausage

½ yellow onion, diced

½ green bell pepper, diced

½ red bell pepper, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

¾ teaspoon salt, divided

½ teaspoon pepper, divided

¾ cup half-and-half

4 large eggs

1 (8 oz) block sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 (9 inch) deep dish frozen pie crust, prepared according to package directions

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rimmed baking sheet nearby to set the pie crust on later.

Step 2: Heat a large non-stick sauté pan over medium heat. Add the sausage, diced onion, green and red bell peppers, minced garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook, breaking up the sausage with a spoon, until the meat is fully browned and the vegetables are tender.

Step 3: Drain any excess grease or liquid from the pan and set the sausage and veggie mixture aside to cool slightly.

Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the half-and-half, eggs, the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper until smooth.

Step 5: Stir the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture, shredded cheddar, and grated Parmesan into the egg mixture until well combined.

Step 6: Place the frozen pie crust on the prepared baking sheet. Pour the filling evenly into the crust.

Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—it should come out clean. If the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

Step 8: Allow the quiche to stand for 10 minutes after baking before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use cooked bacon or ham instead of breakfast sausage for a different flavor.

Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.

Swap sharp cheddar for Gruyère or Swiss cheese to create a classic French twist.

If your pie crust package recommends baking before filling, follow those instructions for best results.

To avoid a soggy crust, you can blind bake the crust for 8 minutes before adding the filling.

FAQs

Can I use a homemade pie crust instead of frozen?

Yes, a homemade or store-bought pie crust works perfectly. Just be sure to prepare it according to your recipe’s instructions before adding the filling.