Description
A comforting quiche made with eggs, cheese, and colorful vegetables, perfect for brunch or using up leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheese (about 4 oz / 113 g; cheddar or Gruyère)
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, spinach, onions)
- 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust (unbaked)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup cooked bacon or ham
- Optional: 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Optional: 1/2 cup cream or half-and-half instead of milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth and slightly frothy.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, chopped vegetables, salt, and pepper. Add any optional mix-ins now.
- Place the pre-made pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and pour the egg mixture into the crust, distributing fillings evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the quiche is set in the center and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, avoid overmixing the egg mixture and precook watery vegetables to prevent a soggy quiche.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 370mg