Description
Quiches never go out of style and are delicious for brunch, lunch or a light supper.
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 400⁰F (200⁰C). Line pastry shell with foil, fill with pie weights (or dried beans) and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden. Remove from oven (leave on baking sheet), remove pie weights and let cool completely. Reduce oven temperature to 375⁰ F (190⁰C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add leeks and mushrooms and cook, until lightly softened, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook, constantly stirring, until wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Remove from heat and season with thyme, salt and pepper. Spread evenly over pastry base. Sprinkle cheese over vegetables.
In medium bowl, beat together eggs and cream; slowly pour over filling. Bake until filling is set in the centre, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into wedges.
Tip: Baking the quiche on a baking sheet makes it easier to transfer the very full crust to the oven, and helps brown the bottom of the crust.
Tip: Try a different cheese, such as Jarlsberg or a white Cheddar for a different flavour combination.
FAQs
Can I make quiche ahead of time?
Quiche can be prepared ahead of time in several ways. If you are looking to make a quiche the night before baking, make the filling mixture in a separate bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate in the fridge overnight. When you are ready to bake, pour the filling mixture into the prepared crust and bake in the oven.
If you are looking to make your quiche several days ahead of time, try this freezer method! Prepare the quiche for baking, cover and freeze unbaked. When you are ready to bake, place the quiche in the oven directly from frozen. Although this may speed up your cooking time, keep in mind that freezing the quiche will require quite a bit of freezer space.
How to store leftover quiche?
Leftover quiche can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days, or in the freezer for a couple of weeks. Make sure to store your quiche in an airtight container. To heat, simply place your quiche in the microwave or warm it in the oven
