Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends the earthy flavors of artichokes with the savory zest of pepperoni, all enveloped in a golden-brown, flaky crust. This artichoke pepperoni quiche is a symphony of textures, from the tender artichoke hearts to the crispy pepperoni and the smooth, velvety filling. It's a delightful dish perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch, a light lunch, or an impressive dinner.
Accompanying this star recipe are three additional quiche variations that cater to a range of preferences. The classic quiche Lorraine boasts a rich and creamy filling of bacon, cheese, and eggs, while the vegetarian quiche showcases a vibrant array of roasted vegetables. For those who prefer a meatless option, the spinach and feta quiche offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Each quiche is a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
ARTICHOKE AND FETA QUICHE
A custardy quiche, with a crust made from scratch, is filled with shallots, artichoke hearts and feta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 3h30m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pulse together the flour, sugar and salt in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Add about a third of the chilled butter cubes and process until the butter is absorbed. Add the remaining butter and pulse until the butter is the size of peas. Pulse in the vinegar. Then add the ice water, pulsing quickly a few times to combine. Squeeze some dough between your fingers--it should just hold its shape without feeling wet. If it is crumbly, add more ice water a tablespoon at a time. (Pulse quickly, do not overwork or the dough will be tough.0 Wrap the dough loosely in a large piece of plastic wrap, then firmly press and flatten the dough into a thin round. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Lightly flour a work surface, then roll the dough into an 11- to 12-inch round, about 1/8 inch thick. Center the dough in a 9-inch pie plate, with an even overhang all around. Fold the edges and flute or crimp. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Press a piece of foil over the chilled crust, then fill with pie weights, raw beans or rice. Bake to set the crust, about 20 minutes. Remove the foil and weights and bake until the crust is light brown, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let cool slightly before adding the filling.
- Sprinkle the shallots evenly into the crust. Combine the artichoke hearts with the feta and sprinkle it in an even layer over the shallots.
- Whisk together the half-and-half, parsley, eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the custard over the filling. Lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake until set, 35 to 50 minutes. Let cool at least 30 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.
ARTICHOKE QUICHE
Steps:
- In a skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, oregano, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Stir in cheese, artichokes and onion mixture. Pour into a greased 9-in. pie plate. Bake at 350° for 22-26 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 544mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein.
RED PEPPER QUICHE
Provided by Martina McBride
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Fit the piecrust into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate according to the package directions; fold edges under and crimp. Prick bottom and sides of the pie crust with a fork.
- Line the pastry with aluminum foil and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 7 minutes. Remove the weights and foil and bake until the bottom is golden brown, 3 to 4 more minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 400 degrees F.
- While the pie crust is cooking, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green onions and cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until tender. Stir in the ham and garlic and cook 1 minute longer until the garlic is fragrant. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk together the half-and-half, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, salt, pepper, whole eggs and egg white in a medium mixing bowl. Then add the roasted red peppers, oregano and basil.
- Sprinkle the Swiss cheese over the bottom of the pastry shell. Top with 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and the ham mixture. Pour the egg mixture over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
- Bake until the center is set, 35 to 40 minutes, shielding the crust with aluminum foil, if necessary. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Tip: If your quiche isn't quite done but you're in a pinch to get it on the table, just stick it in the microwave for 60 seconds. This will help the eggs to set up.
PEPPERONI SPINACH QUICHE
Several years ago, I had to come up with an appetizer to serve at a pool party, and this colorful quiche was a hit. It's great on an antipasto tray, cut into wedges. -Elly Townsend, Summerfield, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Separate crescent dough into eight triangles; place in an ungreased 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom with points toward the center. Press onto the bottom and up the sides to form a crust; seal seams. Set aside., In a small skillet, saute red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. In another small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; stir in red pepper mixture. Pour into crust. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze cooled quiche in plastic and foil. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap quiche; reheat in oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 145mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
ARTICHOKE QUICHE
This quiche makes a yummy, light dinner. Serve with a mug of soup, and a small tossed salad to complete the meal.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 1 9inch Quiche, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut artichoke hearts into quarters, or large dice.
- In frying pan over low heat, add oil, saute whole garlic cloves for a minute or so.
- Add artichoke hearts and saute them until they start to brown.
- Remove garlic cloves, and let the artichokes cool.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs, add the cream, Romano and mozzerella cheeses and pepper, mixing well.
- Add the artichokes and the oil from the pan to the egg mixture, mix well.
- Spoon mixture into pie crust.
- Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35 minutes or until filling is set and just starts to brown.
QUICHE WITH RED PEPPERS AND SPINACH
The real spring vegetable here is the spinach, lush and beautiful at this time of year. You can always get red peppers in a supermarket, and when you cook them for a while, as you do here, even the dullest will taste sweet. I make the pepper mixture first, then wilt the spinach in the same pan and line the tart shell with the savory mix. If you can, make the pepper and spinach filling a day ahead. It dries out a little if it sits overnight in the refrigerator and is less likely to dilute the custard.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 generous servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 5 minutes, and add a generous pinch of salt, the garlic, peppers and thyme. Cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes, then turn the heat to medium low and continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes more, until peppers are very tender and sweet.
- Turn up heat to medium-high and, a handful at a time, add spinach and stir until each handful wilts. If there is liquid remaining in the pan turn up the heat and stir while you let it cook off. Remove from heat and transfer to a bowl. If you are making filling a day ahead, refrigerate uncovered.
- Beat together egg yolks and eggs in a medium bowl. Set tart pan on a baking sheet for easy handling. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush bottom of the crust with some of the beaten egg and place in oven for 5 minutes.
- Add salt (I use 1/2 teaspoon), pepper, and milk to the remaining eggs and whisk together.
- Spread pepper and spinach mixture in an even layer in the crust. Stir together cheeses and sprinkle in an even layer on top. Very slowly pour in the egg custard over the filling. If your tart pan has low edges, you may not need all of it to fill the shell, and you want to avoid the custard spilling over. Place quiche, on baking sheet, in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until set and just beginning to color on the top. Remove from oven and allow to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Serve hot, warm or room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 365, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 555 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your quiche.
- Don't overcook the quiche. It should be cooked until the center is just set, but not firm.
- Let the quiche cool slightly before serving. This will help it to hold its shape.
- Garnish the quiche with fresh herbs or vegetables before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Artichoke pepperoni quiche is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover artichoke hearts and pepperoni, and it's also a good option for a vegetarian or low-carb meal. With its creamy filling, crispy crust, and flavorful toppings, this quiche is sure to be a hit with everyone.
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