Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust or homemade for a flaky crust
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream or full-fat milk
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyère cheese
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage (optional)
- ½ cup chopped spinach or kale
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh herbs like chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
- In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir in the shredded cheese, cooked sausage (if using), and sautéed vegetables.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the filling is set and golden on top.
- Allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- You can add mushrooms or bacon for added flavor and texture.
- Use high-quality cheese for a richer taste.
- This quiche can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Star Wars-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian optional
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
