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Transform your classic Mississippi sin dip into a delightful breakfast or dinner quiche that brings together all those beloved Southern flavors. This creamy, cheesy creation combines tender ham, tangy cream cheese, and sharp cheddar in a flaky pastry crust, delivering comfort food at its finest.
I first served this quiche at my sister's baby shower, and it disappeared faster than any other dish on the table. The combination of creamy filling and flaky crust had everyone asking for the recipe.
Essential Ingredients
- Pie crust: Homemade or store-bought, it provides the perfect buttery foundation
- Cream cheese: Use full-fat at room temperature for the smoothest texture
- Cooked ham: Leftover holiday ham works beautifully, diced into small, bite-sized pieces
- Sharp cheddar: Freshly grated melts better and adds more flavor than pre-shredded
- Heavy cream: Creates that silky, rich custard texture we all love
- Green onions: Adds a fresh bite that cuts through the richness
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Detailed Cooking Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare Your Crust
- Blind bake your pie crust at 375°F for 10 minutes with pie weights. Remove weights and prick bottom with fork. This ensures a crispy bottom that won't get soggy.
- Step 2: Create the Base
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. This creates our signature Mississippi sin flavor base that sets this quiche apart.
- Step 3: Layer the Flavors
- Spread cream cheese mixture on the bottom of the par-baked crust. Sprinkle diced ham evenly, followed by a generous layer of shredded cheddar.
- Step 4: Prepare the Custard
- Whisk eggs with heavy cream until completely combined. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper - remember, the ham and cheese already provide saltiness.
- Step 5: Assemble and Bake
- Pour the egg mixture slowly over the layered ingredients. Sprinkle green onions on top. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until golden and just slightly jiggly in center.
Growing up in the South, I learned that cream cheese makes everything better. This ingredient transforms an ordinary ham and cheese quiche into something truly special.
The Art of Perfect Quiche
The secret lies in the layering - each bite should have a perfect balance of creamy, salty, and savory elements. The custard slowly bakes into the cream cheese creating a texture that's impossibly smooth.
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After countless quiche experiments, this Mississippi Sin version has earned its place as my signature brunch dish. It's the perfect marriage of comfort food and elegance, making any meal feel special while being surprisingly simple to prepare.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make this quiche ahead of time?
- Yes, you can assemble and freeze it unbaked, or bake first then freeze. Thaw completely before baking or reheating.
- → How long does it take to bake this quiche?
- Bake for 60 minutes at 350°F until the quiche is set.
- → How do I reheat this quiche after freezing?
- Thaw completely, cover with foil, and bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
- → What makes this quiche so creamy?
- The combination of cream cheese, heavy cream, and sour cream creates an extra rich and creamy texture.
- → What cheese does this recipe use?
- This recipe uses both cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese for the best flavor.