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Easy Breakfast Quiche Recipe

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This Easy Breakfast Quiche is a versatile and delicious meal perfect for any morning. Featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a savory custard of eggs, milk or cream, cheese, sautéed vegetables, and optional cooked meats like bacon or sausage, this quiche bakes to a golden perfection. It’s easy to prepare, customizable to your tastes, and ideal for a hearty breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Custard

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (thyme, oregano, or basil, optional)

Fillings

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, or your choice)
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon, sausage, or ham (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, onions, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for sautéing vegetables)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the quiche.
  2. Prepare the Pie Crust: Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess crust hanging over the edges. If using a store-bought crust, follow package instructions for pre-baking if required.
  3. Cook the Fillings: If using vegetables, heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the vegetables until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool slightly. If using meat, ensure it’s cooked and crumbled.
  4. Make the Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and dried herbs if using to create a smooth custard mixture.
  5. Assemble the Quiche: Spread the cooked vegetables and/or meat evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and fillings, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center and lightly golden on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the quiche to cool for 10 minutes before slicing to let the filling set and enable cleaner slices.

Notes

  • You can customize the fillings with your favorite vegetables and meats.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add extra vegetables or use a meat substitute.
  • Use whole milk for a lighter quiche or heavy cream for a richer texture.
  • If using a frozen pie crust, allow it to thaw according to package instructions before use.
  • To ensure a crisp bottom crust, you can pre-bake (blind bake) the crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Letting the quiche cool before slicing helps maintain its structure.

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