Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Prepared pie shell

unbaked

1 cup

Swiss cheese

grated

0.5 cup

Marbled jack cheese

grated

3 tbsp

Romano cheese

grated

1 tbsp

Romano cheese

grated

0.5 cup

Onion

chopped

1 cup

Broccoli florets

fresh

1.5 cup

Mushrooms

sliced

0.25 tsp

Marjoram

dried

0.5 tsp

Basil

dried

0.25 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Garlic powder

3 unit

Eggs

1 cup

Milk

0.5 cup

Half-and-half

7 unit

Cherry tomatoes

halved

1 cup

Flour

6 tbsp

Butter flavored shortening

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Sugar

3 tbsp

Cold water

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Prepare the pie shell.

Step 3
~4 min

Sprinkle grated Swiss, marbled jack, and 3 tablespoons of Romano cheese over the bottom of the pie shell.

Step 4
~4 min

Evenly distribute chopped onion, broccoli florets, and sliced mushrooms over the cheese layer.

Step 5
~4 min

In a bowl, mix eggs, dried marjoram, dried basil, salt, and garlic powder together.

Step 6
~4 min

Add milk and half-and-half to the egg mixture and mix well.

Step 7
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture over the contents in the pie shell.

Step 8
~4 min

Cut cherry tomatoes in halves and arrange, cut side up, in a ring on top of the mixture.

Step 9
~4 min

Sprinkle the remaining 1 tablespoon of Romano cheese over the top.

Step 10
~4 min

Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F and bake for an additional 45 to 55 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Step 12
~4 min

For the pie shell: Blend flour, butter flavored shortening, and salt together until crumbly.

Step 13
~4 min

Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the mixture holds together.

Step 14
~4 min

Handle the dough as little as possible.

Step 15
~4 min

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least an hour.

Step 16
~4 min

Roll out the dough between layers of Saran Wrap with very little flour.

Step 17
~4 min

Place the dough carefully in a pie plate, being careful not to stretch it.

Step 18
~4 min

Trim the edges of the dough.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pre-made pie crust for convenience.

Blind bake the pie crust to prevent a soggy bottom.

Let the quiche cool slightly before serving.

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 in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve warm or cold.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with vinaigrette
Fresh fruit

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Classic French dish often served at brunch.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Mother's Day

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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