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Turn your Mississippi sin dip into a mouthwatering breakfast or dinner quiche that brings all those amazing Southern tastes together. This rich, gooey dish mixes juicy ham, smooth cream cheese, and bold cheddar inside a crisp pastry shell, giving you the ultimate comfort food experience.
When I made this quiche for my sister's baby shower, it vanished quicker than anything else we served. Everyone kept asking me for the recipe after tasting that dreamy filling and buttery crust.
Key Ingredients
- Pie crust: Whether you make it yourself or grab one from the store, it creates that flaky, buttery base
- Cream cheese: Make sure it's full-fat and sitting at room temp for the creamiest results
- Cooked ham: Cut holiday leftovers into tiny cubes for the perfect meaty touch
- Sharp cheddar: Grate it yourself instead of buying pre-shredded for better melt and flavor
- Heavy cream: This makes that velvety, luscious custard everyone craves
- Green onions: Gives a nice zippy contrast to all the richness
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Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- Step 5: Assemble and Bake
- Slowly add the egg mixture over your layered ingredients. Scatter green onions across the top. Cook at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until golden and the center still jiggles slightly.
- Step 4: Prepare the Custard
- Mix eggs and heavy cream until they're fully blended. Add a dash of salt and black pepper, keeping in mind that your ham and cheese already bring saltiness.
- Step 3: Layer the Flavors
- Smear the cream cheese mix onto the bottom of your partly-baked crust. Scatter ham pieces evenly, then cover with plenty of grated cheddar.
- Step 2: Create the Base
- Whip the soft cream cheese until it's fluffy, then stir in Worcestershire and hot sauce. This creates that distinctive Mississippi sin taste that makes this quiche special.
- Step 1: Prepare Your Crust
- Bake your empty pie crust at 375°F for 10 minutes with weights in it. Take out the weights and poke holes in the bottom with a fork. This stops the crust from getting soggy.
I grew up down South where we learned that adding cream cheese makes any dish better. It's what turns a basic ham and cheese quiche into something you can't stop eating.
Creating Quiche Magic
It all comes down to how you stack the ingredients. Each forkful needs that perfect mix of creamy, salty and savory elements. As it bakes, the egg mixture seeps into the cream cheese, creating a texture that feels like velvet.
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I've tried tons of quiche recipes, but this Mississippi Sin version has become my go-to brunch specialty. It perfectly pairs fancy flair with down-home comfort, making ordinary meals feel special while being super easy to put together.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I prep this in advance?
- Definitely! You can either freeze it raw or bake it first, then freeze. Make sure to thaw it fully before baking or warming up.
- → What's the baking time?
- Bake it at 350°F for about an hour, or until it's fully firm.
- → What's the best way to heat from frozen?
- Wait until it's fully thawed, wrap it in foil, and bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
- → Why is this quiche so rich?
- The mix of cream cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream gives it its rich, creamy texture.
- → Which cheeses go into this dish?
- You'll use both shredded cheddar and cream cheese for the perfect blend of flavors.