quiche
This recipe is from http://www.recipelion.com/Savory-Pies/QUICHE, but because it had the exact same title as another recipe I had pinched, the browser app would not pinch this one. Consequently, I have transcribed it here.
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prep time
1 Hr
cook time
45 Min
method
Bake
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 - 9- or 10-in pie crust
- 1 - egg white
- 1/4 - 1/3 pound grated cheese (gruyere is best; cheddar is good too)
- 3 - eggs
- 1/2 cup light cream (or half and half)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 or 6 - bacon strips, cut into 1" pieces & cooked
- 1/4 pound sliced ham, fried slightly (to bring out flavor)
- 1 bunch scallions, chopped and sauteed in butter
- 10 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced & sauteed in butter
- 1 bunch fresh spinach, chopped, steamed, & drained
How To Make quiche
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Step 1Beat egg white slightly, and spread a thin layer of egg white over uncooked pie crust. Prebake the pie crust at 425 F (400 for a glass pan) for 10-15 minutes. Let cool.
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Step 2Place cheese in crust. Add one or more of the fillings (about 1 - 1 1/2 cups filling(s) total).
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Step 3Mix eggs, both kinds of cream, and spices. Pour gently on top of cheese and filling(s).
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Step 4Bake at 375 F (350 for glass pan) for 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
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