swiss pie florentine with cheese crust

3 Pinches
Gulf Breeze, FL
Updated on Jan 21, 2025

This is a quiche with a cheese crust. Occasionally I'll throw in some finely diced ham, but it is perfect as is.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 55 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, cooked and drained
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese

How To Make swiss pie florentine with cheese crust

  • Step 1
    Combine the first 5 ingredients in a bowl, and stir well. Spray a 9-inch pie pan with cooking spray. Firmly press the mixture in the bottom and up the sides of the pie pan. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Saute the onion and mushrooms in 1/4 cup melted butter in a large skillet until tender. Add 1/4 cup flour, stirring until blended.
  • Step 3
    Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk and whipping cream; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is slightly thickened.
  • Step 4
    Remove from heat. Add the spinach, eggs, Swiss cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Step 5
    Pour the mixture into the prepared crust. Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Reduce the heat to 325 degrees F and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

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Ingredient: Dairy
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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