Italian Sausage Mushroom Mini Quiche

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Shea Goldstein (@dixiechikcooks)

Especially if you’ll be entertaining guests overnight, prepping for Christmas morning breakfast or brunch is crucial to having a smoothly running holiday. When my kids were still at home, we were a divided house; my husband and daughter wanted sweets and pastries, but my son and I wanted savory. I...

Italian Sausage Mushroom Mini Quiche recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 mini quiche)

For the filling

  • Italian sausage
    Italian sausage
    1lb
  • mushrooms, diced
    mushrooms, diced
    1cup
  • shredded cheese
    shredded cheese
    1cup
  • garlic, minced
    garlic, minced
    6clove
  • eggs
    eggs
    6

For the crust

  • all-purpose flour
    all-purpose flour
    1cup
  • butter, chilled and diced
    butter, chilled and diced
    1cup
  • cold water
    cold water
    1tbsp

How to make Italian Sausage Mushroom Mini Quiche

Prepare the crust

  1. Step 1

    Combine the flour and diced butter in a bowl. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. Step 2

    Add cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Roll out the dough and cut into circles to fit mini quiche pans. Press the dough into the pans and set aside.

Prepare the filling

  1. Step 1

    Cook the Italian sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.

  2. Step 2

    In the same skillet, sauté the diced mushrooms and minced garlic until tender.

  3. Step 3

    In a bowl, whisk the eggs and mix in the shredded cheese, cooked sausage, and mushroom mixture.

Assemble and bake

  1. Step 1

    Pour the filling mixture into the prepared crusts.

  2. Step 2

    Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes or until the quiches are set and golden brown.

  3. Step 3

    Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

460.7kcal (23.03%)

Protein

18.9g (37.86%)

Carbs

21.1g (7.65%)

Sugars

1.1g (2.2%)

Healthy Fat

11.9g

Unhealthy Fat

18.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. You can prepare the crust and filling the night before to save time on Christmas morning.

  2. Feel free to substitute the Italian sausage with turkey sausage or a vegetarian alternative.

  3. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for a festive touch.

FAQS

  1. Can I make these mini quiches ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the crust and filling the night before and bake them fresh in the morning.

  2. Can I freeze the mini quiches?

    Yes, you can freeze them after baking. Reheat in the oven before serving.

  3. Can I use store-bought crust?

    Yes, store-bought crust can be used to save time.

  4. What other vegetables can I add to the filling?

    You can add spinach, bell peppers, or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.

  5. How do I prevent the crust from becoming soggy?

    Pre-bake the crust for 5-7 minutes before adding the filling to keep it crisp.

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