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Loaded Baked Potato Quiche

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Take out a pencil and paper right now and jot down everything you need to make this quiche — and buy two of everything.  Because after you make it the first time, you’ll turn right around and make it again.  It’s that good.  Here’s the backstory:

 

red skinned potatoes in a pot.

Scott and I had planned a Sunday brunch with our good friend, Gary and his adorable little girl, Skylar.  Since Skylar had a nap schedule which needed to be adhered to, we were meeting at Gary’s house and I offered to bring the main course. 

 

eggs, salt and pepper in bowl. whisking eggs and cream.

I settled on a quiche for it’s ease and portability, but also for the versatility…  The flavor combinations are endless — like kale and mushroom, spinach and artichoke, caramelized onion and thyme, red pepper, tomato, bacon and onion…  For this occasion, though, I wanted something I hadn’t done before.  Something new.

adding potatoes to custard

Initially, I was thinking hash browns, but I didn’t think they’d retain their crispy edges when submerged in an egg and cream custard.  So I went in a different direction: Loaded Baked Potato.  Oh-ma-gaaawwwddd!!!!!

adding cheese herbs and bacon to custard.

Either we were as hungry as pizza-rat, or this was the best quiche ever because we inhaled it.  Rich and lush, it was chock full of tender potatoes, crispy bacon and gooey cheeses.  A healthy dose of fresh herbs took it from plain-jane spud to savory and sublime.

Loaded Baked Potato Quiche ready to bake.

Gary grilled vegetables and offered an array of bagels and pastries along with a signature cocktail for the adults.   Frankly, this was my kind of relaxed fun and it will have to be repeated again soon.  Hint, hint Gary!

 

Loaded Baked Potato Quiche on baking sheet
Loaded Baked Potato Quiche on tablecloth

Slice of Loaded Baked Potato Quiche with strawberry

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Loaded Baked Potato Quiche

This quiche has all the fixins of a loaded baked potato -- in a flaky pastry!  Great for a weekend brunch, it can be made a day ahead and reheated in a low oven.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, blue cheese, eggs, potatoes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours
Servings 8
Calories 460kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch pie crust
  • 1/4 pound bacon cooked to crisp and chopped or crumbled
  • 1/2 pound red potatoes cut into 1/4"-1/2" dice
  • 3 scallions thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary finely minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chives minced
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese grated, 1 tablespoon reserved
  • 1 cup monterey jack cheese grated, 1 tablespoon reserved
  • chives for garnish snipped (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  • Arrange the pie crust in your pie plate. Fold the overhanging edges under on itself and either use the tines of a fork to press the edges onto the rim of the pie plate, or create an edge by pinching the thumb and forefinger together and pressing the dough into the crease using the forefinger of your other hand - follow the rim of the crust until completely crimped. Bake for 8-9 minutes until lightly browned. Set aside.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Add the potatoes to a small pan of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 7-10 minutes. Drain potatoes and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile crack the eggs into a large bowl. Add the salt and pepper and whisk until combined. Add the milk and cream and whisk again. Add the bacon, potatoes, scallions, rosemary, chives, and cheeses and stir together until well combined.
  • Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie shell. Smooth the ingredients evenly into the crust and sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour until custard is set. Let rest for 20-30 minutes before cutting.
  • Can be made a day ahead and rewarmed the next day at 300 degrees for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 460kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 483mg | Potassium: 308mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 545IU | Vitamin C: 3.4mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 1.6mg

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Comments

  1. Vanessa says

    July 2, 2020 at 6:31 PM

    I was concerned by how dense the uncooked mixture appeared, no need to worry though as it turned out great! My husband nagged me as soon as it was gone to make another. I told him as soon as the green onions regrow, that will signal when he gets more. He’s now looking into ways to make them grow quicker!

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  2. Kristy says

    June 8, 2020 at 7:50 AM

    I have to say this was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! Delicious! I just had an issue where my pie crust overcooked, but it was still delicious! I also had to get creative because I didn’t have the fresh herbs, but this was oh so tasty! My husband loved it as well! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Lisa says

      June 8, 2020 at 12:07 PM

      I’m so glad you and your husband enjoyed it. For the future, if your pie crust starts to get dark as its baking, just gently lay a piece of tin foil over the top of the quiche, it will stop the crust from burning.

      Reply
  3. dsphx says

    December 15, 2018 at 1:23 PM

    Fabulous! I laughed at the suggestion to get enough ingredients to make it again right away, but spot on, everyone wants more. Used a peppery hickory smoked bacon which gave it a steakhouse flavor, lazily microwaved then chopped one big russet including skin. The flavor and texture was divine.

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    • Lisa says

      December 15, 2018 at 1:36 PM

      I’m so glad you and your crew enjoyed this quiche! I think it would be awesome for Christmas morning!

      Reply
  4. sue | theviewfromgreatisland says

    December 1, 2017 at 1:19 PM

    This is SO pretty Lisa, and You’ve totally inspired me to go make a quiche!

    Reply
  5. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

    December 1, 2017 at 12:22 PM

    Can I just say I’m in love with this recipe? I mean, red potatoes, cheese and cream plus rosemary, literally everything I love!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      December 1, 2017 at 1:06 PM

      Wait till you try it, Shadi!

      Reply
  6. Deanna says

    December 1, 2017 at 11:17 AM

    mmm, this looks so yummy!!! I would love to have this at my Christmas brunch table!

    Reply
  7. Dannii says

    December 1, 2017 at 11:17 AM

    I just love a quiche – we had one today actually. I love the idea of potatoes in it and this would be great for serving guests over the Christmas season.

    Reply
  8. My Style Vita (@MyStyleVita) says

    January 22, 2016 at 10:16 AM

    This looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      January 22, 2016 at 1:57 PM

      Thank you! I’ve made a lot of quiches and this one is absolutely one of our favorites!

      Reply
  9. Gail says

    October 29, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    Hi Lisa. I haven’t made this YET, but I definitely will. Sounds fabulous!!

    Reply
    • Lisa says

      October 29, 2015 at 4:44 PM

      It really is good, Gail! As in- everyone else back off – this is mine!

      Reply
  10. Jessica @eatwelloutsidethebox.com says

    October 23, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    This is a great ideA!! Love the recipe I am a frittata fan so this is pretty similar 🙂 I would have to figure out a GF crust but I need to try this out !

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