How to Make Mom's Killer Tater Tot Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and comforting recipe that will satisfy both the breakfast and dinner cravings, look no further than Mom's Killer Tater Tot Quiche. This hearty and flavorful dish combines the classic flavors of a quiche with the crispy goodness of tater tots, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. This recipe has been a staple in my family for as long as I can remember, and it never fails to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups frozen bite-sized potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ¾ cup diced ham
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • ⅓ cup diced onion
  • ⅓ cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch quiche

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Make the crust: Place potato nuggets in a large microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave until thawed, 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter and salt; mash together until potato nuggets are crumbled. Press evenly into a glass pie dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove crust from the oven. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Make the filling: Combine Cheddar cheese, ham, Parmesan cheese, and flour in a bowl.
  • Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until smooth. Stir in milk, onion, bell pepper, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Pour into Cheddar mixture and stir filling until well combined. Pour filling over crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set and golden, about 45 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    355 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 151mg
    • Sodium: 1113mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 339mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 298mg