Description
This easy spinach quiche recipe features a flaky pie crust filled with a rich, cheesy, and savory spinach mixture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal, this dish is packed with flavor from feta, Cheddar, sautéed onions, and garlic. Enjoy warm or at room temperature for a versatile and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (4.5-ounce) can mushrooms, drained
- 1 (6-ounce) package herb and garlic feta, crumbled
- 1 (8-ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 deep-dish pie shell
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook until lightly browned (about 7 minutes).
- Prepare Filling: Stir in spinach, mushrooms, feta, and half of the Cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble Quiche: Transfer mixture into the pie shell. In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Pour over the filling. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar on top.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake until the filling is set and the top is golden brown (about 45 minutes).
- Serve: Let cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a low-carb version, omit the crust and bake the filling in a greased dish.
- Cheese Variations: Swap Cheddar for Swiss, Gruyère, or Monterey Jack.
- Make Ahead: Prepare and bake in advance; reheat or serve at room temperature.
- Prevent Soggy Crust: Blind bake the pie shell for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French, American
