quiche

16 Pinches
Independence, MO
Updated on Nov 1, 2014

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.

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

  • Step 1
    Beat 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.
  • Step 2
    Place cheese in crust. Add one or more of the fillings (about 1 - 1 1/2 cups filling(s) total).
  • Step 3
    Mix eggs, both kinds of cream, and spices. Pour gently on top of cheese and filling(s).
  • Step 4
    Bake 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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Category: Casseroles
Culture: French
Method: Bake
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