Spinach and Artichoke Quiche
User Reviews
3.6
Spinach and Artichoke Quiche
Description
This quiche begins with a frozen pie crust baked filled with a blend of beaten eggs and milk or cream, along with sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for depth and meltiness. Canned artichoke hearts are drained and chopped to add slightly tangy, tender vegetable flavor, while frozen spinach is thoroughly drained and chopped to prevent sogginess. Salt and fresh cracked black pepper season the filling.
The quiche bakes at 400°F until the filling is firm and lightly browned at the top, indicating doneness. The texture is creamy and rich from the eggs and cheeses, balanced by the earthiness of spinach and the mild tang from artichokes. This dish is versatile for a variety of meals and serves well warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust do not thaw, frozen
- 5 large egg
- 1 cup milk or use half and half, or cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese Gruyere, or your choice, shredded and sharp
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 14 ounce artichoke hearts drained, canned
- 5 ounces spinach frozen, thawed and drained, about 5 ounces
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper fresh cracked
Instructions
- Set oven to 400F
- Whisk the eggs well in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk in the milk or half and half, and then the cheeses.
- Squeeze any excess moisture out of the artichoke hearts, and chop them. Add them to the mixture.
- Chop the spinach and add it to the mixture as well. (Make sure there is no excess moisture in the spinach) Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the frozen pie shell. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until browned and risen in the center. It should not be soft or wobbly in the center. You can check with a toothpick.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 261kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 139mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 686mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2492IU | 50% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 238mg | 24% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.6
You'll Also Love
