Description
Cheesy Spinach Quiche is a delightful dish that perfectly balances creamy cheese and fresh spinach, making it an ideal choice for brunch, light dinners, or family gatherings. With its flaky crust and rich filling, this quiche is not only delicious but also versatile—served warm or at room temperature. Easy to customize, you can add your favorite ingredients such as sun-dried tomatoes or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor. This recipe combines simplicity with flavor, ensuring it will be a hit at any meal. Impress your family and friends with this hearty yet simple dish that promises to have everyone reaching for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 cups fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the pie crust in a greased pie dish.
- Sauté the diced onion in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, then remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream. Stir in cheese, sautéed onions, and spinach.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
- Allow cooling slightly before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Feel free to add sun-dried tomatoes or cooked bacon for extra flavor.
To ensure a flaky crust, pre-bake it for about 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 90mg