Potato Crust Quiche

Ingredients

• Melt, Saute, and Stir In:
• 3 T. unsalted butter, divided
• 1/2 lb. bulk Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup jarred roasted red bell pepper, drained and chopped
• 2 T. vegetable oil
• Arrange in Pan:
• 1 pkg. (1 lb., 4 oz.) fresh hash brown potato shreds
• Sprinkle over Potato Shell:
• 1 1/2 cups fontina or Swiss cheese, shredded
• Whisk Together; Pour over Sausage Mixture:
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 dashes hot sauce
• Arrange on Top; Sprinkle With:
• 8 slices Roma tomato
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
• Combine and Dollop on Each Serving:
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 T. minced fresh chives