WARM-YOU-UP SAUSAGE QUICHE

Warm-You-Up Sausage Quiche image

To remind my daughter of wintertime in her home state, I planned a snowman theme brunch while visiting her in central California. This flavorful quiche sparked with spicy sausage and peppers got a reception that was far from chilly!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 quiches (6-8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 pound bulk mild pork sausage
1/4 pound bulk spicy pork sausage
12 large eggs
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional
Green and sweet red pepper strips, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, beat eggs, cheeses, flour, butter and baking powder. Stir in mushrooms, onion, chilies and sausage. , Transfer to two greased 9-in. round baking dishes (dishes will be full). Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired. Bake at 375° for 33-38 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Garnish with pepper strips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 217mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.