Spinach and Broccoli Quiche
This one-dish easy brunch recipe for Spinach and Broccoli Quiche is packed full of veggies and is so healthy. At the same time, delicious with every bite!
Servings: 6
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
BASIC FILLING
- 1/2 cupe onion finely chopped
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 eggs
- salt & pepper
- 3/4 cup cream thickened
- 1 cup shredded cheese - {I used swiss & white cheddar}
Instructions
BASIC PASTRY SHELL:
- use 2 parts regular flour to 1 part butter. I usually use 2 cups of flour and a stick of butter for an 8 inch pie dish and 2 or 3 tablespoons of water. Mix together till a dough forms. Add water if needed only - approx 1 1/2 tbsp. Salt optional. Don't handle too much but press onto your pie shell. shape and put in fridge for about an hour.
TO MAKE FILLING:
- Cook onions slowly in butter for 5 -6 minutes. Allow to cool.
- Beat eggs, salt and pepper, add cream and cheese. Stir.
- Add 1/5 cup of chopped Spinach, 1/4 cup of finely chopped cooked broccoli. Mix well.
- Pour into uncooked pastry case, sprinkle with any remaining grated cheese.
- Bake at 425 F for 10 mins and then 375 F for 20 mins.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes to firm.
- Can be served hot or cold.
Nutrition
Serving: 6Servings | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 166mg