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Mississippi Sin Quiche Recipe
Laura

Mississippi Sin Quiche Recipe

This Mississippi Sin Quiche Recipe combines ham, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar in a flaky crust for the ultimate brunch dish. Perfect for make ahead breakfast quiche and light brunch recipes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 9-inch deep dish pie crust unbaked
  • 1 cup diced ham cooked and drained
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
  • 1 green onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 9-inch deep dish pie pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place unbaked pie crust on a baking sheet for easy handling.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add diced ham and cook for 3-5 minutes until moisture evaporates and ham begins to brown. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in cooked ham, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
  4. Spread ham mixture evenly in bottom of pie crust. Sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese and all the chopped green onion.
  5. In the same bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour egg mixture over ham and cheese in crust. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes until center is just set with slight jiggle and top is golden brown. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending
  • Can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for easy entertaining
  • Substitute breakfast sausage for ham for a heartier version
  • Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months