A classic and hearty deep-dish sausage quiche with a rich, savory custard and cheese filling.

Author

Theresa Rieff


Recipe

Filling

MeasurementsIngredients
1 PoundMild or Hot Sausage
1/2 CupChopped Onion
1/3 CupChopped Green Pepper
1/2 CupGrated Cheddar Cheese
1 TablespoonFlour
1Deep Dish Unbaked Pie Crust

Custard

MeasurementsIngredients
2Eggs, Beaten
1 CupEvaporated Milk
1 TablespoonParsley Flakes
1 1/2 TeaspoonSeason Salt
1/4 TeaspoonGarlic Salt
1/4 TeaspoonBlack Pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. In a skillet, fry the sausage, onion, and green pepper together until the meat is browned. Drain off excess grease.
  3. In a small bowl, toss the grated cheddar cheese with the flour.
  4. Spread the cooked sausage mixture in the bottom of the unbaked pie crust.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese/flour mixture over the sausage.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, parsley flakes, season salt, garlic salt, and black pepper.
  7. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cheese.
  8. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Note

Makes one deep dish pie!