Crustless quiches

🥚 Basic Crustless Quiche Recipe

🔸 Ingredients (Makes 1 9-inch quiche or 6–8 muffin-size minis):

• 6 large eggs

• 1 cup milk or half-and-half (for creamier texture)

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, Gruyère, etc.)

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)

• 1–2 cups total of chopped fillings (see ideas below)

• Butter or nonstick spray (for greasing)

🔸 Filling Ideas:

Vegetables (sautéed or pre-cooked):

• Spinach, kale, or chard

• Mushrooms

• Onions or shallots

• Bell peppers

• Zucchini

• Broccoli

Proteins:

• Cooked bacon, sausage, ham, or prosciutto

• Cooked shredded chicken

• Smoked salmon

Cheeses:

• Cheddar

• Feta

• Goat cheese

• Swiss or Gruyère

• Mozzarella

🔸 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • To 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or a muffin tin for minis.

2. Prepare Fillings:

   • Lightly sauté or pre-cook any raw vegetables or meats to remove moisture and enhance flavor.

3. Assemble Quiche:

   • Spread your fillings evenly in the greased dish.

   • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

   • Stir in the cheese.

   • Pour the egg mixture over the fillings.

4. Bake:

   • Bake 35–40 minutes (for full-size) or 20–25 minutes (for mini quiches), until center is just set and top is lightly golden.

   • Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

🔸 Serving Tips:

• Serve warm, at room temp, or chilled.

• Pairs well with a simple salad or fruit.

• Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently in the oven or microwave.