Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

swiss cheese

shredded

9 inches

pie crusts

unbaked

0.5 cup

lump crabmeat

10 ounces

spinach

chopped, frozen, thawed, squeezed dry

0.5 cup

shrimp

peeled

4 unit

eggs

1 cup

heavy cream

1 cup

half-and-half cream

0.5 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

cayenne

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~6 min

Place half of the shredded Swiss cheese in the unbaked pie shell.

Step 3
~6 min

Layer crabmeat, spinach, and shrimp over the cheese.

Step 4
~6 min

Top with the remaining Swiss cheese.

Step 5
~6 min

In a large bowl, lightly beat the eggs.

Step 6
~6 min

Beat in the heavy cream, half-and-half cream, salt, and cayenne pepper.

Step 7
~6 min

Pour the egg mixture over the seafood and cheese in the pie crust.

Step 8
~6 min

Bake for 15 minutes.

Step 9
~6 min

Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.

Step 10
~6 min

Bake for another 30 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 11
~6 min

Let the quiche stand for 10 minutes before cutting into wedges and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Blind bake the pie crust for a crisper base.

Ensure the spinach is thoroughly squeezed dry to prevent a soggy quiche.

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 and refrigerated.

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.

Accompany with a light soup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Arugula Salad
Tomato Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

A classic dish often served at brunch or lunch.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Lunch
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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