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Broccoli Cheddar Quiche with Hashbrown Crust
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Broccoli Cheddar Quiche with Hashbrown Crust

This easy and delicious Broccoli Cheddar Quiche with Hash Brown Crust is perfect for brunch or make-ahead breakfasts.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Brunch, Lunch
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: Broccoli Cheddar Quiche, Gluten-Free Quiche, Hash-Brown Crust, Whole30 Quiche
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt plus extra to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper plus extra to taste
  • 6 strips beef bacon thinly sliced, substitute pork or turkey bacon
  • 2 leeks thinly sliced and green tops removed
  • 1 pound broccoli florets ends trimmed and broken into small pieces
  • 10 large eggs
  • ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 7 ounces Kerrygold cheddar cheese coarsely grated, substitute gruyere or gouda

Instructions

  • Preheat oven or Traeger Grill to 400F.
  • Coarsely grate the potatoes using a box grater and transfer them to a clean kitchen towel or nut milk bag. Squeeze out as much of the natural liquid as possible.
  • Transfer the potatoes to an oven-safe non-stick or cast-iron pan, along with the olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Toss to coat then evenly press and mold the sweet potato into the shape of the skillet to form a crust approximately 1/2-inch thick. Transfer the pan to the oven or Traeger Grill and bake until the edges are golden brown and the crust begins to hold its shape, around 30 minutes. Remove the pan from oven and set it aside to let cool completely.
  • While the crust bakes, in a separate, cold pan, add the bacon and place it over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is golden brown and slightly crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  • Return the pan to medium heat, add the leeks and season with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring, until the leeks are soft and slightly translucent, around 4 minutes. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring, until slightly tender, around 4 minutes. If the leeks start to burn, add 1 tablespoon of water. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper as desired. Transfer the vegetables to a plate and set it aside to let cool completely.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the eggs and coconut milk. Whisk vigorously until smooth.
  • Lower the oven or Traeger temperature to 325F.
  • Assemble the quiche by spreading a thin layer of grated cheese followed by the sauteed leeks and broccoli mixture and bacon. Repeat until all of the ingredients are in the pan. Slowly pour in the eggs and garnish the top with the remaining cheese. Transfer the quiche to the oven and cook until the centre has just set and is no longer jiggly, around 35 minutes. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool 15 minutes to set before slicing and serving with a side salad of choice.

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Nutrition

Calories: 652kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 330mg | Sodium: 794mg | Potassium: 1163mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1708IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 353mg | Iron: 5mg