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Turn your regular Mississippi sin dip into a tasty breakfast or dinner quiche with all those amazing Southern flavors wrapped into one dish. This rich, cheese-filled treat mixes juicy ham, smooth cream cheese, and bold cheddar inside a crispy pastry shell, giving you the ultimate comfort food experience.
When I made this quiche for my sister's baby shower, it was gone in minutes—faster than anything else we served. Everyone kept asking me for the recipe after tasting that creamy filling and flaky crust combo.
Key Components
- Pie crust: Whether you make it yourself or grab one from the store, it gives you that buttery base everything sits on
- Cream cheese: Go for full-fat at room temp so it mixes up nice and smooth
- Cooked ham: Cut up some leftover holiday ham into tiny chunks for the best flavor
- Sharp cheddar: Grate it yourself instead of buying pre-shredded for better melt and taste
- Heavy cream: This makes that smooth, velvety custard texture we all want
- Green onions: They add a nice fresh kick that balances out all the richness
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Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- Step 1: Get Your Crust Ready
- Bake your empty pie crust at 375°F for 10 minutes with weights inside. Take out the weights and poke holes in the bottom with a fork. This keeps your crust from getting soggy.
- Step 2: Mix Your Flavor Base
- Whip the soft cream cheese until it's smooth, then stir in Worcestershire and hot sauce. This creates that special Mississippi sin taste that makes this quiche stand out.
- Step 3: Stack Your Ingredients
- Smear the cream cheese mix on the bottom of your partly-baked crust. Scatter ham pieces all over, then cover with lots of shredded cheddar.
- Step 4: Mix Your Egg Filling
- Beat eggs and heavy cream together until they're well mixed. Add just a bit of salt and black pepper since your ham and cheese already have plenty of salt.
- Step 5: Put It All Together
- Gently pour the egg mix over everything in the crust. Sprinkle green onions on top. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until it looks golden and jiggles just a little in the middle.
Coming from the South, I learned early on that cream cheese just makes everything taste better. It's what turns a basic ham and cheese quiche into something you'll dream about.
Crafting an Unforgettable Quiche
It's all about how you layer everything - you want each forkful to have the right mix of creamy, salty and savory flavors. The egg mixture slowly cooks into the cream cheese to create something unbelievably smooth.
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After trying tons of different quiche recipes, this Mississippi Sin version has become my go-to brunch specialty. It perfectly blends down-home comfort with a touch of fancy, making everyday meals feel special while being super easy to whip up.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can this dish be prepped in advance?
- Totally! Either freeze unbaked or bake first and then freeze. Let it thaw before reheating or cooking.
- → How much time does baking take?
- You'll need about 60 minutes in a 350°F oven until it sets perfectly.
- → What’s the best way to warm it after freezing?
- Let it thaw, cover with foil, and warm at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
- → Why's this quiche so creamy?
- It's all thanks to heavy cream, sour cream, and cream cheese coming together!
- → What kinds of cheese go in here?
- It combines shredded cheddar and cream cheese for a rich, cheesy flavor.