Description
Homemade Pioneer Woman Sausage Quiche delivers Southern comfort with rich, savory flavors that dance across your palate. Flaky pastry cradles spicy sausage and creamy eggs, creating a hearty breakfast classic you’ll crave morning after morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 8 large eggs
- 4 ounces (113 grams) bulk breakfast sausage
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups grated gruyère cheese (about 7 ounces or 198 grams)
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream (354 milliliters)
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
Vegetables and Base:
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 2 rounds refrigerated pie dough (14-ounce package)
- All-purpose flour for dusting
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- Green salad for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Gently roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch (30.5 centimeters) circular shape on a generously floured work surface. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch (23 centimeters) deep-dish pie plate, trimming any overhanging edges and creating a decorative crimped border.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Introduce the sausage and cook until it transforms to a rich brown color, using a wooden spoon to break it into smaller pieces. Add thinly sliced onions and continue cooking until they develop a golden, caramelized appearance, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Incorporate the chopped kale into the skillet, sautéing until it becomes tender and maintains a vibrant green hue, which typically takes around 6 minutes.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly whisk 8 large eggs with 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) of heavy cream. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Fold in the sautéed sausage, caramelized onions, and wilted kale. Gently stir in 2 cups (226 grams) of freshly grated gruyère cheese, ensuring even distribution.
- Position the prepared pie crust on a rimmed baking sheet. Carefully pour the egg and cheese mixture into the crust. Shield the quiche with a loose piece of aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until the center is set and the top achieves a golden-brown finish. Allow the quiche to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve alongside a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Transform ordinary brunch into an extraordinary culinary experience with this sausage and kale quiche that bursts with flavor and texture.
- Carefully caramelize onions and sausage to develop deep, rich undertones that elevate the entire dish’s complexity.
- Fresh ingredients like farm-raised eggs and artisan sausage guarantee maximum taste and a homemade quality that impresses every guest.
- Gruyère cheese melts into luxurious pockets of creamy goodness, creating irresistible bites that blend perfectly with spicy sausage and tender kale.
- Prepare this make-ahead masterpiece for weekend gatherings, ensuring a stress-free meal that can be quickly reheated and served with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 457 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 482 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 196 mg