Seweryn Dominsky
Quiche Tart Exquisitely Crafted with Fresh Vegetables and Gruyere Cheese
This mouth-watering Quiche Tart is an elegant and versatile dish perfect for any meal of the day. Its buttery, flaky crust encases a creamy filling made from fresh vegetables and rich Gruyere cheese, making it a delightful choice for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. The combination of textures and flavors will impress any guest and satisfy any palate.
Ingredients:
– 1 pre-made pie crust or homemade pie dough
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 small onion, finely chopped
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
– 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp black pepper
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Place the pie crust in a 9-inch tart pan or pie dish, pressing it into the edges and up the sides. Trim any excess dough.
– Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling.
2. Blind Bake the Crust:
– Line the crust with parchment paper or aluminum foil and fill it with pie weights or dried beans.
– Blind bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden.
– Remove the parchment paper and weights, then bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the bottom is lightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Vegetable Filling:
– While the crust is baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Add the chopped onion and diced red bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
– Add the chopped spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
– Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Make the Egg Mixture:
– In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half or cream, salt, pepper, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
5. Assemble the Quiche:
– Evenly distribute the cooked vegetables over the cooled crust.
– Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese and grated Parmesan cheese on top of the vegetables.
– Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese, ensuring it fills all the gaps.
6. Bake the Quiche:
– Bake the assembled quiche in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
– Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious Quiche Tart Exquisitely Crafted with Fresh Vegetables and Gruyere Cheese!
