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Savory Quiche Recipe for Perfect Brunch or Dinner Delight

This Flaky Spinach and Bacon Quiche is a must-try quiche recipe, perfect for brunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 9-inch Pie Crust Store-bought or homemade
For the Custard
  • 4 Large Eggs Fresh, local eggs recommended
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half if desired
  • 1/2 Cup Whole Milk Unsweetened almond milk as lactose-free option
For the Filling
  • 1 Cup Shredded Gruyère Cheese Swiss or sharp cheddar are substitutes
  • 1 Cup Fresh Spinach Thawed frozen spinach works as well
  • 1/2 Cup Diced Smoked Bacon Swap for sautéed mushrooms for vegetarian
  • 1 Small Yellow Onion Use sweet onion for additional depth
  • 1 Clove Garlic Optional, enhances flavor profile
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper Increase for more spice
  • Pinch Ground Nutmeg Optional, adds warmth and complexity

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Pie Crust
  • mixing bowl
  • Tart pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Prepare your pie crust.
  2. Press the pie crust into a 9-inch tart pan, prick the base, and bake for 12 minutes with weights.
  3. In a skillet, cook the diced bacon until golden, then sauté the onions, garlic, and spinach.
  4. Whisk eggs, heavy cream, and milk in a bowl, adding seasonings and half of the Gruyère.
  5. Assemble by placing bacon and veggies in the crust, pour the custard, and add remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and lightly browned.
  7. Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the quiche with different fillings to suit your taste! Serve warm or at room temperature.

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