Description
Breakfast Quiche is a savory, customizable dish with a flaky crust, creamy egg custard, cheese, and a variety of vegetables and meats. Ideal for brunch, meal prep, or holidays, it’s flavorful, convenient, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or blend)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, sausage, or ham (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for sautéing)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Press pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges if desired.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers in olive oil or butter until softened. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream or milk, salt, and pepper.
- Sprinkle cheese evenly over the bottom of the crust.
- Spread sautéed vegetables and any cooked meat over the cheese.
- Pour egg mixture over the filling until the crust is nearly full.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Par-bake crust for 8–10 minutes to avoid sogginess, especially if homemade.
- Sauté vegetables to remove excess moisture before adding to filling.
- Use a mix of milk and cream for balanced texture.
- Great served warm, cold, or at room temperature.
- Freeze whole or in slices for easy reheating later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
