Hands down, the best ever quiche recipe!
Quiche, a beloved French tart, offers a delightful blend of savory flavors and textures. This versatile dish, with its origins tracing back to medieval Germany, has evolved into a culinary classic. Traditionally a simple combination of eggs, cream, and cheese, quiche has embraced endless variations, incorporating an array of meats, vegetables, and herbs. This recipe provides a foundation for creating your own unique quiche masterpiece. Whether enjoyed hot from the oven or at room temperature, quiche makes a perfect brunch, lunch, or light dinner option.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Homemade or store-bought pie crust | 1 |
| Eggs | 6 |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Whole milk | 1 cup |
| Grated cheese (Gruyère, cheddar, or mix) | 1 cup |
| Cooked bacon, crumbled (optional) | 6 strips |
| Diced ham (optional) | 1/2 cup |
| Sautéed spinach (water squeezed out) | 1/2 cup |
| Diced onion, caramelized | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Nutmeg | A pinch |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare crust: Roll out the pie crust and press into a 9-inch quiche pan. Trim excess dough. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
- Blind bake crust: Bake the crust for 8 minutes.
- Make filling: In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in cheese and any desired fillings (bacon, ham, spinach, onion).
- Pour filling: Pour the egg mixture into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until set.
- Cool: Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Enjoy!
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