Description
Puff Pastry Quiche is a delightful dish that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a rich, creamy filling. Perfect for brunch or dinner, this quiche invites endless variations with your choice of vegetables, cheese, and meats. Its enticing aroma and elegant presentation are sure to impress family and friends, making it a must-try recipe that’s both easy to prepare and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (Gruyère or cheddar)
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (spinach or bell peppers), sautéed
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ½ cup cooked bacon or diced ham
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry into a pie dish, pressing it down gently. Trim any excess edges.
- Sauté your chosen vegetables in a skillet over medium heat until tender; let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream. Add salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings.
- Fold in the grated cheese and sautéed vegetables (and meat if using) until evenly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Brunch/Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 150mg