Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade, if preferred)
- For the Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 5 cups fresh baby spinach (or 1 package frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or cheddar, feta, or goat cheese)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional for a warm, subtle flavor)
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges.
- Poke the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Blind-bake for 10 minutes until slightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Sauté the Spinach:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh) or heated through (if using thawed frozen spinach).
- Drain any excess moisture and set aside to cool.
Prepare the Custard Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheese and sautéed spinach.
Assemble the Quiche:
- Pour the spinach and cheese mixture into the prepared crust.
- Spread evenly and smooth the top.
Bake the Quiche:
- Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the quiche to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: This quiche can be made a day in advance. Simply reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes before serving.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Variations: Swap spinach with kale, add sautéed mushrooms, or experiment with different cheeses like feta or goat cheese.
- Dietary Adjustments: For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pie crust or make it crustless.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg