Mexican Quiche for One Recipe

Name: Mexican Quiche for One
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (6 inch) flour tortillas; ½ cup shredded monterey jack cheese (2 ounces); 3 ounces bulk pork sausage (I use pork Chorizo); 1 tablespoon chopped green sweet pepper; 1 jalapeno, chopped (optional); 1 egg; ¼ cup milk (or light cream or half and half); ⅛ teaspoon salt; salsa (I use Paces) (optional); fresh cilantro (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Starting with a cold skillet, heat tortilla about 45 seconds or until warm, turning once.
2
Place tortilla into a greased 15 ounce casserole.
3
Top with 1/4 cup of the cheese.
4
In the same skillet, cook sausage, green pepper and jalapeno until sausage is cooked and green pepper is crisp-tender; drain well.
5
Spoon over tortilla and cheese in casserole.
6
In a small bowl, combine egg, milk or cream, and salt.
7
Mix well.
8
Pour egg mixture into casserole.
9
Top with remaining cheese.
10
Bake in a 350 degree F. oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until firm.
11
Serve with salsa and cilantro, if desired.

245

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (6 inch) flour tortillas, ½ cup shredded monterey jack cheese (2 ounces), 3 ounces bulk pork sausage (I use pork Chorizo), 1 tablespoon chopped green sweet pepper, and more.

Yes, Mexican Quiche for One falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Quiche for One

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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