Description
A straightforward recipe for a classic spinach quiche with a flaky crust.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, chopped
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the spinach to the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts and most of the liquid evaporates. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese over the bottom of the pie crust.
- Spread the cooked spinach mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
- Pour the egg and cream mixture over the spinach.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen, thawed, and well-drained spinach for fresh spinach. Squeeze out all excess water.
- For a richer flavor, use Gruyère cheese instead of Swiss cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 45 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 150
Keywords: spinach quiche, egg pie, cheese tart, vegetarian main dish, brunch