Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

Broccoli

Cleaned, cut into flowerets

1 unit

Yellow Onion

Peeled and sliced

2 tbsp

Butter

1 unit

Quiche Crust

Baked and cooled

4 unit

Eggs

Beaten

0.75 cup

Cream

1.25 cup

Milk

0.5 lb

Swiss Cheese

Grated

1 pinch

Salt

To taste

1 pinch

Pepper

To taste

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375F (190C).

Step 2
~5 min

Clean the broccoli.

Step 3
~5 min

Cut the broccoli into flowerets.

Step 4
~5 min

Peel and slice the yellow onion.

Step 5
~5 min

Sauté the onion and broccoli in butter until tender but not soft.

Step 6
~5 min

Place the broccoli mixture at the bottom of the baked and cooled quiche crust.

Step 7
~5 min

In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, cream, milk, salt, and pepper to create the custard.

Step 8
~5 min

Pour the custard mixture into the quiche shell, filling it evenly.

Step 9
~5 min

Top the quiche with grated Swiss cheese.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out dry.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before cutting.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, blind bake the crust before adding the filling.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the custard for extra flavor.

Use pre-shredded Swiss cheese for convenience.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve for brunch or lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mixed Green Salad
Fresh Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

A classic French dish often served for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter Brunch
Christmas Brunch

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Lunch
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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