broccoli mushroom quiche

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Naugatuck, CT
Updated on Oct 30, 2013

This is a family recipe that can easily be adapted to suit tastes. For example, you can use chopped spinach instead of broccoli, omit the mushrooms, add bits of chopped cooked ham, etc. I have been making this for years and it is a favorite in our house.

prep time 25 Min
cook time 50 Min
method Bake
yield 5-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 21/2 cups shredded swiss or jarlsburg cheese
  • 3 medium eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 package 10 oz, chopped broccoli, thawed
  • 1 package 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 stick butter
  • 1 - 9"-10" deep dish pie shell, room temperature
  • 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

How To Make broccoli mushroom quiche

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a standard cookie sheet with foil. Place the pie shell on the cookie sheet. (The filling may overflow during baking)
  • Step 2
    In a large skillet on medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and chopped broccoli. Saute 7-10 minutes until tender. Set aside.
  • Step 3
    In a large bowl, add the heavy cream, eggs and cheese. Mix thoroughly. Add a pinch of nutmeg. You may also want to add 1/8 tsp black pepper and a little salt. Mix in the sauteed vegetables. Blend thoroughly. Pour into the pie shell and sprinkle top with 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese. Bake 45-50 minutes until center is firm and pie is golden brown.

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Culture: French
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Ingredient: Dairy
Method: Bake
Category: Savory Pies

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