Broccoli Cheddar Quiche (Garden-Fresh Broccoli with Sharp Cheddar)

Name: Broccoli Cheddar Quiche (Garden-Fresh Broccoli with Sharp Cheddar)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust; 6 large eggs; 1½ cups heavy cream; 1½ cups broccoli florets (cut into small pieces); 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

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The combination of fresh vegetables and creamy cheese creates a hearty dish that is both comforting and nutritious. Pair it with fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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9-inch pie plate

Large saucepan

Colander

Large mixing bowl

Whisk

Measuring cups

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Baking sheet

Cooling rack

Ingredients

1 prepared 9-inch pie crust

6 large eggs

1½ cups heavy cream

1½ cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces

1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook for 2 minutes.
Drain the broccoli well and allow it to cool slightly.
Arrange the broccoli evenly in the prepared pie crust.
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the broccoli.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the crust.
Place the pie plate on a baking sheet.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and lightly golden.
Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Broccoli Cheddar Quiche (Garden-Fresh Broccoli with Sharp Cheddar)

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This Broccoli Cheddar Quiche combines crisp-tender broccoli florets with sharp cheddar cheese in a rich, velvety egg custard. Nestled inside a flaky pastry crust, it is a satisfying meal that works beautifully for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. The combination of fresh vegetables and creamy cheese creates a hearty dish that is both comforting and nutritious. Pair it with fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete meal.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: French

Calories: 389

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Ingredients

1 prepared 9-inch pie crust
6 large eggs
1½ cups heavy cream
1½ cups broccoli florets cut into small pieces
1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

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Method

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook for 2 minutes.
Drain the broccoli well and allow it to cool slightly.
Arrange the broccoli evenly in the prepared pie crust.
Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the broccoli.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Pour the egg mixture evenly into the crust.
Place the pie plate on a baking sheet.
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and lightly golden.
Cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 389kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 12gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 363mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1153IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 210mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cutting the broccoli into small bite-sized pieces helps distribute it evenly throughout the quiche.
For additional flavor, add a tablespoon of chopped fresh chives before baking.