Hash Brown Crust, Mediterranean Veggie

It sounds like you’re interested in making a hash brown crust with Mediterranean veggies. This can be a delicious and flavorful dish. Here’s a simple recipe to guide you:

Hash Brown Crust, Mediterranean Veggie Tart Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Hash Brown Crust:

• 4 cups shredded hash browns (fresh or frozen, thawed)
• 1/4 cup melted butter or olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Mediterranean Veggie Filling:

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 teaspoon dried oregano)
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Egg Mixture:

• 4 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk or cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Hash Brown Crust:
   • If using frozen hash browns, make sure to thaw and squeeze out excess moisture.
   • In a bowl, mix the shredded hash browns with melted butter or olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   • Press the hash brown mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a tart pan or a pie dish to form a crust.
3. Bake the Hash Brown Crust:
   • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until it becomes golden brown and crispy.
4. Prepare the Mediterranean Veggie Filling:
   • While the crust is baking, prepare the Mediterranean veggie filling by combining cherry tomatoes, red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss everything together.
5. Assemble the Tart:
   • Once the crust is ready, remove it from the oven. Spoon the Mediterranean veggie filling into the crust, spreading it evenly.
6. Prepare the Egg Mixture:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, salt, and pepper.
7. Bake the Tart:
   • Pour the egg mixture over the veggie filling in the crust.
   • Bake the tart for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
8. Serve:
   • Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

This Mediterranean Veggie Tart with a hash brown crust is a delightful and hearty dish, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Enjoy!