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    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

    Published: Mar 6, 2017 by Stephanie 37 Comments

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    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups are the perfect little make ahead breakfast or snack. Everything you need to start the day off Right in a portable little treat. Gluten Free & Vegetarian.

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

    Hello and Happy, Happy Monday to you!

    And maybe I appear to be a little too excited for a Monday. But it's almost Spring and I've got these cute little cups to share with you.

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups are a tasty, healthy grab and go breakfast. They can be customized with all of your favorite fillings. Gluten Free & Vegetarian.

    Are you starting to feel Spring fever yet? The little birdies are starting to chirp more and you know it's getting close.

    I don't know about you but it just seems to put a little more bounce in my step...along with breakfast already to go in the morning.

    Because to be quite Honest, if I haven't mentioned this yet, I'm Really really not a morning person.

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

    So that's where these cute little quiche cups save the day! Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups are the perfect way to start off the day!

    Well that and a pot of coffee waiting on the stove. Haha!! And for a lot of us the coffee part can be really crucial.

    And since my husband is like the best coffee maker in the world..hope he doesn't get a big head now..I just let him take care of that part.

    Are you guys picky about you're coffee? Like do you grind your own beans and all.

    Let me tell you once you've done it that way there is no going back...The flavor of the coffee is just sooo much fresher.

    And if you're thinking I don't need another appliance in my kitchen..did you know you can grind the beans in a food processor? Freshly ground coffee beans just smell Amazing!

    Okay, let's get back to the recipe on hand since I kind of got off on a coffee tangent.

    Hence, if you haven't tried make ahead breakfast ideas before I'm going to Sum up all the reasons you should give these a go.

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups are:

    • Loaded with everything you need to start the day off Right
    • Well that and your perfectly brewed coffee of course
    • Made ahead so if you're not a morning person I've got you covered
    • You can easily change the filling to suit your families preference
    • Because breakfast Really is the most important meal of the day
    • You can just grab them and eat in the car..No mess involved..
    • Gluten Free & Vegetarian

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

     

     

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

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    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups

    Mini Grit Crust Quiche Cups are everything you need in a portable little breakfast treat that can be customized with your favorite fillings.
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes minutes
    Servings 12 cups
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • Grit crust:
    • 1 cup corn grits
    • 3 cups water
    • 2 ounces softened cream cheese
    • ½ tsp. garlic powder
    • salt & pepper to taste
    • Filling:
    • 1 tbsp. butter
    • ½ tbsp. olive oil
    • Medium yellow onion chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic finely diced
    • 4 ounces mushrooms any variety
    • 1 cup chopped kale hard stem removed
    • Egg part:
    • 7 eggs
    • ¼ cup half & half cream
    • dash of garlic powder
    • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven 350 degrees and lightly spray 12 cup muffin pan.
    • Meanwhile prepare grits according to package directions.
    • When done stir in cream cheese, garlic powder, salt & pepper to taste.
    • Put approximately 1 heaping tbsp. of grits on bottom of each muffin cup and press down firmly.
    • Bake in preheated oven 10 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and set aside.
    • Meanwhile in pan on stove top heat 1 tbps. butter with ½ tbsp. olive oil.
    • Add chopped onion, garlic, mushrooms and cook 7-8 minutes until translucent.
    • Then add chopped kale and cook another couple minutes till slightly wilted.
    • Put equal size portions into muffin cups.*
    • In medium mixing bowl combine eggs, half & half cream, garlic powder and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
    • Mix well and pour equal amounts of egg mixture into muffin cups.**
    • Sprinkle tops of cups with remaining shredded cheese.
    • Bake in preheated oven 30 minutes.

    Notes

    * Had a little extra filling which I saved for later use.
    ** Put my egg mixture in large measuring cup making it easier to pour.
    Also had a little extra grits which I also saved for a later use.
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    Comments

    1. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      March 11, 2017 at 4:33 pm

      A crust for the quiche is just wonderful and I love the grits that you have used. Perfect for breakfast and the single serving option makes it so much quicker and easier to cook and clean.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:24 pm

        Yes it was. The perfect portable breakfast ready to go!

        Reply
    2. Hanady @ Recipe Nomad

      March 11, 2017 at 4:10 am

      These mini quiche's look fabulous! I love that you used corn grit- a nice change! Perfect for a summer brunch!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:24 pm

        Thanks Hanady!

        Reply
    3. heather

      March 11, 2017 at 3:09 am

      Talk about a southern twist!! Grits are such a creative new way to add to quiche. What a yummy contrast of textures.. perfect!!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        Thanks Heather and I was Really happy with the flavors and textures 🙂

        Reply
    4. Agness of Run Agness Run

      March 10, 2017 at 8:04 pm

      A palatable cups, Stef! This is a fabulous idea – I need to give this a try!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
    5. Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine

      March 09, 2017 at 2:44 am

      I'm definitely feeling the spring... but spring is not feeling me! Or NY/NJ at all. The weather has been cold and we have some snow coming soon. Boo! 🙁 But these quiche cups would definitely make me happy, no matter the weather!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        Sorry you're not feeling Spring yet but it will be here soon enough. Hope you get a chance to try these 🙂

        Reply
    6. Kylee Cooks

      March 08, 2017 at 9:59 pm

      Oooh, I've not seen grits used in this way - how perfect, and unique! Looks delish!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 11, 2017 at 5:22 pm

        Thanks Kylee!

        Reply
    7. Adriana Martin

      March 08, 2017 at 4:50 am

      Great idea for an easy Easter brunch. Lovely flavors and easy to make. That is important when cooking so many dishes for a party.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 08, 2017 at 2:29 pm

        Thanks Adriana and yes this would be great for an Easter brunch.

        Reply
    8. Jennifer A Stewart

      March 08, 2017 at 1:29 am

      I am not a morning person and I hate my alarm. Recently I switched from the buzzer to the sound of birds chirping and some mornings I swear my alarm is going off and it is really the birds outside my window that I hear. So funny! I need a quick and portable breakfast while trying to get my kids to school in the am and dealing with stupid parents in the carpool lane. These are perfect!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 08, 2017 at 2:28 pm

        Thanks Jennifer and at least it's better to wake up to birds than an alarm..Which hate by the way too.

        Reply
    9. Christine

      March 08, 2017 at 1:23 am

      I LOVE quiche, and I love that these are mini! Saving for later. So perfect for brunch!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 08, 2017 at 2:27 pm

        Thanks Christine!

        Reply
    10. Noel Lizotte

      March 08, 2017 at 1:03 am

      I make these and take to my mom. She's retired and lives alone and doesn't like to cook. She loves having a stash of these in the fridge and freezer (freeze well, actually) to pop in the microwave for a meal.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 08, 2017 at 2:30 pm

        They're definitely great to have on hand for a quick breakfast or snack!

        Reply
    11. Amanda | My Gluten-Free Miami

      March 07, 2017 at 9:58 pm

      That is pure genius! Grits for the crust sounds wonderful. This is like having my favorite breakfast in a bite.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 10:36 pm

        Thanks Amanda and Yes it's nice having a tasty portable breakfast Ready to go 🙂

        Reply
    12. Julie | Bunsen Burner Bakery

      March 07, 2017 at 7:07 pm

      I've never thought about using grits as a crust before. Such a great idea for mini quiches!

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 10:35 pm

        Thanks Julie!

        Reply
    13. Marisa @ All Our Way

      March 07, 2017 at 5:11 pm

      I'm definitely a morning person -- totally useless at night. Anyway, I love breakfast but sometimes we are in a hurry to get things done. These muffins look like just the thing. And I don't call it grits -- I call it polenta but grits by any other name taste just as good. 🙂 Pinning to make.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 5:33 pm

        Thanks Marisa and I believe polenta and grits are pretty much the same thing. Just polenta is thicker, which is how I made this. Hope you Enjoy and thanks for pinning 🙂

        Reply
    14. Molly Kumar

      March 07, 2017 at 9:52 am

      Now that's a different quiche combination. I've never tasted grits based quiches and this sounds really simple and yum.

      Reply
    15. VeenaAzmanov

      March 07, 2017 at 6:10 am

      Oh so cool Stephanie.. I like that idea very much.. Grits for crust!! I cannot wait to try.!! I love trying new things - Pinning for later.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 2:30 pm

        Thanks for pinning Veena and hope you Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    16. Kathy

      March 07, 2017 at 2:50 am

      A grit crust. Why didn't I think of that? What a great idea! Sounds like the perfect breakfast.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 2:26 pm

        Thanks Kathy and it really is a complete breakfast in one little cup 🙂

        Reply
    17. Pam Wattenbarger

      March 06, 2017 at 11:30 pm

      Grit crust quiche cups are a brilliant idea! I would have never thought of this but it sounds delicious.

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 07, 2017 at 2:25 pm

        Thanks Pam 🙂

        Reply
    18. sugarlovespices

      March 06, 2017 at 6:00 pm

      Both my husband and I are morning persons, but once in a while to have breakfast ready to go is not bad at all! Love the flavors in your cups and they look so cute! P.s. No sign of spring, here, we have been under a lot of snow since the weekend. So back to square one! ;-(

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 06, 2017 at 11:27 pm

        Thanks Nicoletta and hopefully you'll see signs of Spring soon 🙂

        Reply
    19. Lord Byron's Kitchen

      March 06, 2017 at 5:05 pm

      Ok, that is seriously innovative! A grit crust to a quiche? I think I've died and gone to heaven! Gotta pin this one for later - later being this coming weekend. 🙂

      Reply
      • Stef

        March 06, 2017 at 11:26 pm

        Thanks Byron and hope you get a chance to try 🙂

        Reply

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