Friday, April 3, 2009

Quiche

1 whole pie crust
3 eggs, slightly beaten
2 c warm milk
1/2 t salt
pinch pepper
pinch nutmeg (optional)
3/4 c grated swiss cheese
margarine or butter (optional)

Variations:  (To make your quiche extra tasty, add you choice(s) of the following.)
1 tomato, thinly sliced  (layer over top)
1/4 c crispy bacon, crumbled
1/2 c ham, cubed or diced
1 c fresh spinach
1/2 c wild rice
spices (such as basil, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper or italian seasonings)
green bell pepper rings (layered over top)
shredded carrot
sauteed mushrooms
other vegies
Use your imagination!

Tip:  Make sure to drain any and all extra ingredients.  Do not add extra moisture.

Cooking Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Scald milk and let cool.  Combine eggs, milk, salt & pepper. Spread cheese and any other variations on bottom of pan.  Pour milk mixture on top.  Sprinkle top with nutmeg (or other spices and/or pepper or tomato rings).  Dot with margarine (optional). Place pie plate on cookie sheet. Bake 30 minus. or until set (knife inserted comes out clean).  Middle may not be totally firm, but should firm up after setting for 10 mins. before serving.  

Tip: Quiche freezes well, so consider doubling the recipe and saving one for later.

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