Description
This easy quiche recipe is a perfect dish for any meal of the day. It features a flaky, buttery crust filled with a creamy egg custard, cheese, and your favorite meats or vegetables. Simple to prepare and packed with flavor, this quiche is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 pre-made or homemade pie crust
6 large eggs
1 cup milk (or half-and-half for a richer texture)
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or your favorite)
1/2 cup cooked ham, bacon, or sausage (optional)
1/2 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and pre-bake for 8 minutes.
- Cook any meats or vegetables if needed. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a large bowl.
- Assemble the quiche by layering cooked meats and vegetables in the crust. Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the fillings.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast