Caprese quiche with meatballs – This post was sponsored by Carando as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.
Growing up, dinnertime was my favorite time of the day. I always felt safe and secure surrounded by my family, and no matter what kind of day I’d had, it always became better when I was home with my family eating good food.
Not only were we eating our favorite meals but we’d be telling stories of the day and laughing at all the silly things that had happened. There were eight of us around that table so there was a lot to say!
One funny thing my siblings and I still laugh at is that my mother did not mess around with the dinner hour. It was six o’clock on the dot and by golly, that meant ON THE DOT.
I could hear my dad’s footsteps when he arrived home from work echoing along the long tile hallway and I knew the timer had started. The one thing he insisted on doing before dinner was removing his tie, but he had less than 5 minutes to do so before my mom would start hollering “Come to the table NOW.”
I always wondered what the big dang rush was, but since she’d spent her whole afternoon preparing a meal she hoped everyone would enjoy, I guess I understand why she’d want everyone to be there when it was fresh from the oven and at its best.
While I don’t carry on the six o’clock dinner requirement, I’ve continued many of the same childhood traditions and recipes with my own family, the most important one being that we enjoy mealtime together at the table… for things like this Caprese quiche with meatballs.
To make the Caprese quiche recipe, I started with Carando meatballs. I chose the Sicilian recipe which has the kick of red pepper, cuz I love a little zest in pretty much everything.
I found them at Food Lion in the meat department. They’re really easy to spot because Food Lion has everything so neat and organized all the time.
One of my other favorite things about Food Lion is that checkout is quick and easy. I very rarely have to wait more than a few minutes to pay for my groceries, and cashiers are quick to open up another lane when it starts to get busy. I appreciate that they value a customer’s time!
I baked them according to package directions and may or may not have snuck a meatball or two when they were fresh from the oven. Believe me, Carando has earned its top-notch reputation as one of the world’s finest purveyors of Italian deli meats.
Carando’s passion for handcrafting the finest Italian meats began nearly a century ago along the cobblestone streets of Torino, Italy, where founder Peter Carrando served as a butcher shop apprentice and developed his passion for the authentic Italian sausage-making tradition.
He brought those same recipes with him when he set sail for America, and to this day, Carando holds fast to those original recipes and the old world craftsmanship for which they’re so well known and loved.
Once the meatballs were baked, I cut them in half and lined the bottom of a prepared pie crust with them. Don’t they look amazing? I could tell already that this new meal tradition would go over really well with my family.
Next, I added some filling, tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.
Then I added the rest of the filling and used the back of a spoon to try to push the basil below the liquid so it wouldn’t burn. Then off to the oven, it goes!
And boy, does it look amazing when it’s done!
Caprese Quiche with Meatballs
Perhaps my family’s new meal tradition may become one of yours. Enjoy!
Caprese Quiche with Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Carando Sicilian-style Italian Meatballs baked according to package directions
- 2 unbaked pie crusts
- 8 eggs
- 4 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- 2 roma tomatoes cut in 1/8" slices
- 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Bake meatballs according to package directions. Cut in half. Set aside.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large mixing bowl, mix together eggs, cream, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper. Set aside.Place cut meatballs flat side down in pie shells, dividing evenly between shells. Sprinkle 1/3 cup cheese over meatballs in each quiche. Pour filling into each quiche, leaving tops of meatballs exposed.Lay half of the tomato slices, 1/4 cup basil and 1/3 cup cheese over meatballs in each quiche. Divide remaining filling between the two quiches, but don't overfill.Bake for 65 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean. Center may be slightly jiggly. Let rest at least 15 minutes before cutting.
Patrick says
Where can I buy the Carando Italian Meatballs ? Bold and Spicy ones
Liz says
I buy mine at Food Lion, but I’ve also seen them at Harris Teeter. You can also try this product locator on their site for other options. Good luck!
Alissa Apel says
I heart quiche. I like all different ones. so good for breakfast.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
hubby loves it when I make him different quiches. These meatballs look almost like freshly homemade, I haven’t seen them in a store here yet.
Brandi H says
This looks really good! I might make this for when family stays during the holidays.
Chei Pangan says
Uhmm that looks yummy. I love meatballs, and cheese added. It’s definitely stomach fuller. Thanks for the recipe.
Lori Vachon says
Looks like a fantastic addition to weekend brunch. So many wonderful flavors, I need to find these meatballs at my grocery store.
Sandy N Vyjay says
Dinner is usually the one meal that families have together and hence a good opportunity for bonding and exchanging notes on the day. I too have fond memories of our family dinner together when I was a kid. The red pepper in the Caprese Quiche looks pretty exciting. We love to spice up our food too!
My Teen Guide says
Delicious! I usually make meatballs from scratch but if there are a perfectly seasoned frozen meatballs available at the store, then that would be great. It would cut down on the time to prepare a meal. I love you quiche. It does look really mouth watering.
reesa says
I have seen these meatballs in the store before! They look so good and homemade! I never thought to use meatballs in quiche, awesome idea!
Kita Bryant says
Already made and shaped meatballs?? Yep, I need to find these pronto! Much easier because I don’t like being in the kitchen too long.
Rosemary Palmer says
I’m going to look for these meatballs. Some of those frozen ones are disgusting. I would love one of these for dinner tonigh.
Rose Cottrill says
I always make quiche but haven’t tried incorporating meatballs in it. IT looks and sound delicious!
Kiwi says
Wow what a pie! And you put meatballs in this that is brilliant!
Shelley R Zurek says
Never thought of using meatballs in a quiche. What an inspired dish (and so pretty too!)
Jenni says
This looks really delish! Such a great breakfast idea!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
That looks really good! So perfect for weekend brunch!
Menaka Bharathi says
This quiche looks really great and yumm! I surely am going to try this, just checking on the ingredients so that I can make sure to pile them up before starting
Sarah says
This looks delicious! I love a good Italian recipe. I might have to try making this soon. We have company coming into town and I think they’d enjoy this.
Heather says
I’m a vegetarian, but my husband and kids aren’t. Rolling meatballs myself isn’t my favorite so buying them already made is going to be such an upgrade. That quiche sounds like it’ll be a hit.
ricci says
I love Caprese anything and this quiche sounds amazing! I will have to try this for sure!!
AnnMarie John says
It would be so nice to make this for dinner, it’s quick thanks to the meatballs and the ready made pie crust. Thanks for the recipe! I’m sure my family will enjoy it as well.
Carol Cassara says
There’s nothing like making meals that remind you of your childhood! I miss my mother’s cooking and make our family recipes most of the time. This sounds lovely.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
That quiche looks amazing and it’s definitely something that the kids will enjoy especially with the meatballs. I think it’s a must try! I love that the ready made meatballs makes the recipe easier to prepare.
Sinisa says
You had me at caprese. This is so delicious
Marysa says
We love quiche, and I will have to try this recipe. I never thought to use meat in quiche, but it sounds delicious. Caprese is a favorite of mine!
Amy Desrosiers says
I just made quiche the other day for the first time. It is actually really yummy!
Brianne says
I love this idea adding meatball in the quiche. I need to try this!
Our Family World says
Wow. This quiche looks so delicious! I never even thought you could add meatballs in a quiche. I will copy your recipe but I will make mini ones and use a muffin pan. It would be an easy, ready to go meal for my family. Thanks for the idea!
Kathy says
That looks so good. I haven’t had quiche in such a long time. I’ve never even made it myself before. Can’t wait to try this.
Anita says
This looks so delicious. I love caprese and quiche. I like the idea of adding meatballs to it. Now that is different. I may give this a try.
Marcie W. says
Such a delicious looking dish and I love the meatball inclusion! This tasty quiche would be great to serve at an upcoming brunch.
Pam says
I love Caprese, but I’ve never had a Caprese quiche. I bet adding meatballs makes it so hearty and filling.
Deborah Pucci says
You are making me hungry. That looks delicious!
Sara Welch says
This looks so yummy! I have to try to make this one!
Louise Bishop says
Meatballs in quiche sounds really delicious. i would love to try some.
Pam says
I have made meatball quiche before, but never a Caprese meatball quiche. It sounds great, doesn’t it?
Claudia Krusch says
Caprese quiche with meatballs looks so delicious and easy to make. I am always looking for new recipes to try. I will have to add this to my meal plan for next week.
Rosey says
No way those meatball would make it from the oven to the recipe without my kiddos snagging one or two of them for themselves. 😉 I too like when a store honors my time!! I don’t have enough of it, that’s for sure. The quiche recipe looks great!
Dawn Lopez says
I’ve never made a quiche before. I’m not even sure I’ve ever even tasted a quiche before to be honest. Your Caprese quiche with meatballs does sound intriguing though. I would give it a try!
David says
It all definitely looks amazing, Liz! Your photos really highlight the deliciousness of all the great ingredients from start to finish. Yumo!
adriana says
Woah this looks SO incredible! I definitely will be trying this out, I loove meatballs and LOVe a good quiche! This is a genius idea! Cannot wait to make this. Yum!
Anita Anderson says
I might be the only one that has not had quiche. But I would love to try this recipe as it looks delicious.
Connie says
I love everything about this. It looks delicious.
Kristin says
Quiche is great. Easy to make and very filling. Think I know what I will be making soon,
Jeanette says
I have never thought about making a caprese quiche! What a wonderful idea. It is probably my all-time favorite type of salad. Why not make it into a quiche. I am definitely trying this.
Emily says
What a beautiful quiche, and I never would have thought to add meatballs! I love it! It’s funny how the prompt dinnertime hasn’t carried on through generations. Busy families these days!
Jolina says
I love mealtimes with my family too, even now as an adult! No TV, no social media, just family and conversation. And this is a great dish to gather round for! Looks delicious.
Heather Johnson says
Your caprese quiche with meatballs sound and look super tasty! My family would be sure to love this recipe!
Danielle says
What an amazing breakfast! I’ve never seen meatballs added to quiche before. I love the creativity, and it sounds delicious!
candy says
Actually adding meatballs to your quiche was and is a brilliant idea. My husband might actually eat a quiche now that these meatballs are added. He does like his meat.
Tomi C says
I love quiche and I love a good caprese salad so you’ve already got 2 of my faves and then you add meatballs. Mind blown. This sounds so delicious.
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
Wow I love a good quiche recipe and this one sounds amazingly delicious. I love that you put so many great ingredients into this recipe. I gotta try this one!!
Melissa Chapman says
That quiche looks so perfectly cooked and tasty. I have never heard of meatballs in a quiche but it looks like a great surprise addition.
Neely Moldovan says
I never thought to make a quiche like this but it sounds good! I am not much of a cook but I am really trying more lately!
Amber Myers says
Yes please! I just love all things caprese. I just love that combo, so I’ll be making this soon! Plus I love meatballs!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That looks so good! I can see serving this for breakfast, lunch, OR dinner. It’s the perfect dish for any time. Om nom nom.
Mardene Carr says
I love quiche…and this one really looks like something that will make me want to come back for seconds. Well presented!
Robin rue says
Wowza! That sounds incredible. I haven’t had a quiche in years, but this one sounds SO good.
Amer says
Alright, I have to try this for my upcoming brunch with my girlfriends. Can’t wait to see try this recipe.
Alicia says
This looks so good. I don’t eat meatballs very often but may try these for Christmas!