Description
A delightful blend of savory flavors, this classic spinach quiche combines tender spinach, aromatic onions, and creamy cheeses within a flaky pastry crust. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, this dish is both versatile and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 oz fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen, thawed and drained)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Crust: Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate, crimping edges as desired.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic and spinach; cook until spinach is wilted.
- Assemble Filling: In a bowl, combine sautéed vegetables, feta cheese, and half the Cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to the prepared pie crust.
- Add Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs and milk. Pour over the spinach mixture in the pie crust.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top and continue baking for 35 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool & Serve: Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Cheese Swap: Use Gruyère, Swiss, or mozzarella instead of feta and Cheddar.
- Extra Veggies: Mix in mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini.
- Crustless Option: Skip the pie crust and bake in a greased pie dish for a low-carb version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
