Description

A golden hash brown crust hugs a silky custard filled with tender zucchini, smoky turkey bacon, and cheddar cheese, seasoned with thyme and garlic for a savory quiche perfect for brunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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3 cups thawed, well-drained frozen hash browns
2 tablespoons melted butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ diced onion
1½ cups shredded zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
6 large eggs
½ cup milk or half-and-half
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4–5 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish thoroughly.
In a large bowl, combine hash browns, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Press firmly into bottom and sides of prepared dish to form crust.
Bake crust for 20–25 minutes until golden and set. Let cool slightly.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
Add shredded zucchini; cook 2–3 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and cool.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until frothy.
Stir in cooled zucchini mixture, chopped turkey bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Pour filling into pre-baked crust, smoothing top.
Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Bake quiche for 30–35 minutes until center is set and top lightly golden.
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Ensure hash browns are well drained to prevent soggy crust. Press crust firmly and pre-bake for a sturdy shell. Customize with different cheeses or herbs. Quiche can be made ahead and reheated. Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to one month.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 310
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 17g
Cholesterol: 180mg