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James Andrew

Basic Quiche Recipe

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust (Homemade or Store-Bought)
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
  • 3 –4 tablespoons ice-cold water
OR
  • 1 pre-made pie crust
For the Quiche Filling
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, Swiss, or Gruyère
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika optional
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
Optional Add-Ins (Choose as Desired)
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • ½ cup bell peppers
  • ½ cup mushrooms
  • ½ cup cooked spinach
  • ½ cup cooked bacon or ham
  • Fresh herbs parsley, chives, thyme

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or fork
  • Rolling pin (if making crust)
  • 9-inch pie dish or tart pan
  • Frying pan (for sautéing fillings)
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Oven
  • Baking weights or dried beans (for blind baking)

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust
  1. If using a store-bought crust, skip ahead.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
  3. Add cold butter cubes and cut them into the flour using fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together.
  5. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2: Blind Bake the Crust
  1. Blind baking prevents a soggy bottom.
  2. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
  3. Roll chilled dough and place into pie dish.
  4. Prick bottom with fork.
  5. Line with parchment paper and add baking weights.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
  7. Remove weights and bake another 5 minutes.
  8. Set aside.
Step 3: Prepare Fillings
  1. Heat a pan with a little oil or butter.
  2. Sauté onions, mushrooms, or peppers until softened.
  3. Cook meats if needed.
  4. Allow fillings to cool slightly.
Step 4: Make the Custard
  1. In a bowl, whisk eggs until smooth.
  2. Add cream and milk.
  3. Mix in salt, pepper, and optional spices.
  4. Stir gently to combine.
Step 5: Assemble the Quiche
  1. Spread fillings evenly over crust.
  2. Sprinkle cheese.
  3. Pour custard mixture carefully.
  4. Avoid overfilling.
Step 6: Bake
  1. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 35–45 minutes.
  2. Center should be set but slightly jiggly.
  3. Rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Nutritional Facts & Total Calories (Approximate)

Per serving (based on 8 servings):
  • Calories: ~280–320 kcal
  • Protein: ~10–12g
  • Fat: ~22g
  • Carbohydrates: ~12–15g
Values vary depending on fillings and cheese used.