broccoli swiss cheese quiche in a wheat germ crust
I have been making this quiche for years, with variations to the filling, but I adore the crust! The wheat germ, butter and parmesan add a nice texture and tang to this traditional quiche recipe. I've been making this quiche since my Freshman year in college when I began my love of cooking. (that was 1981, folks)
prep time
15 Min
cook time
30 Min
method
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yield
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup wheat germ
- 1 cup swiss cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup broccoli florets (small pieces, no stems)
- 4 - eggs
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
How To Make broccoli swiss cheese quiche in a wheat germ crust
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Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a small bowl, combine the butter, parmesan and wheat germ until mixed thoroughly. Press into a 9" pie plate (preferably glass or ceramic) and press the mixture against the bottom of the plate and up the sides. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool. -
Step 2In a large bowl, with a wire wisk or fork, beat 4 eggs until smooth. Slowly add half & half. Add white pepper and blend well.
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Step 3Into egg mixture, stir in Swiss cheese, then broccoli. Mix well. Pour into cooled pie crust. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes until lightly browned on top and the center is puffed up and bounces back to the touch. Allow to set up and cool for at least 10 - 15 minutes before slicing.
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