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Quiche with Sausage Gravy


  • Author: Christine

Description

This Quiche with Sausage Gravy is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines the rich, savory flavors of breakfast sausage and sweet Vidalia onions with a creamy egg custard, all encased in a flaky pie crust. The real magic happens when you top each slice with a generous spoonful of homemade sausage gravy, creating a meal that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a cozy dinner. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself to a special weekend brunch, this quiche is sure to impress with its combination of textures and flavors.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tbsp canola oil
  • 1 Vidalia onion finely diced
  • 24 oz ground breakfast sausage (raw breakfast sausage patties can be used and broken up)

Sausage Quiche:

  • 1 pie crust dough (deep dish frozen pie shell can be used)
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • salt
  • fresh cracked black pepper
  • 2/3 of the cooked sausage and onion mixture

Sausage gravy:

  • remaining 1/3 of the cooked sausage and onion mixture
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • salt
  • fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat cooking pan over medium heat and add oil. Saute diced onion until transparent and add sausage. Break apart sausage as much as possible. Cook, stirring often until sausage is completely done. Take off heat.

Quiche:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease deep dish pie pan and gently fit pie crust it the pan.
  • Whisk eggs, sour cream, heavy whipping cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Stir in 2/3 of the cooked sausage mixture.
  • Pour in the eggs and sausage mixture into the pie pan, make sure it’s spread evenly. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes.

Sausage gravy:

  • Heat up remaining sausage over medium heat. Sprinkle flour over it. Stir well until all sausage is coated in flour.
  • Start pouring in milk while stirring constantly but slowly.
  • Keep cooking and slowly stirring until thickened. Take off heat.
  • Top off each slice of quiche with some gravy when servings.

Notes

  • Pie Crust Options: For convenience, you can use a store-bought deep dish frozen pie shell. If you prefer to make your own crust, consider adding a bit of sugar to balance the savory filling, or use a gluten-free pie crust if dietary restrictions are a concern.
  • Sausage Variations: The recipe calls for breakfast sausage, but feel free to experiment with different types of sausage, such as Italian sausage for a spicier kick, or turkey sausage for a leaner option. Just be sure to adjust the seasonings accordingly.
  • Cooking Tips: When making the sausage gravy, stir constantly as you add the milk to prevent lumps. If the gravy becomes too thick, simply add more milk until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Make-Ahead Instructions: This quiche can be prepared the day before and reheated, making it an excellent option for entertaining. Just be sure to cover it well when storing in the refrigerator to maintain its freshness.
  • Healthier Alternatives: If you’re looking to lighten up the recipe, consider using low-fat sour cream and cream, or replace the heavy cream with a combination of milk and a tablespoon of butter. A crustless version is also a great way to cut down on calories without sacrificing flavor.