Best 8 Basic Quiche Recipes

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Quiche, a classic French savory pastry, is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It features a flaky, buttery crust filled with a rich custard base, savory fillings like cheese, meat, or vegetables, and is often topped with more cheese for a golden, bubbly finish. The quiche recipes in this article offer a range of variations to suit different tastes and occasions. From the classic Quiche Lorraine with bacon, cheese, and onions to a vegetarian Quiche Florentine with spinach, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts, there's a quiche recipe here for every palate. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weekday meal or a special dish for a brunch or dinner party, these quiche recipes have got you covered.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC QUICHE



Basic Quiche image

Make and share this Basic Quiche recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mama Tia

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 1 quiche, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 large eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 frozen 9-inch deep dish pie shell
2 cups seafood or 2 cups poultry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit.
  • Beat eggs in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add filling and milk and mix well.
  • Pour mixture into frozen pie crust.
  • Place quiche on cookie sheet and bake on the middle oven rack for 45-50 minutes, or until top is browned and a knife inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Serve with a crisp green salad or maybe some fresh fruit on the side.

BASIC QUICHE BY SHELLY



Basic Quiche by Shelly image

My mother Shelly Rice created the ultimate Basic Quiche recipe . . . almost anything can be added to make this basic quiche conform to your tastes, or it can be left plain for those with simple tastes.

Provided by DOCTOR KITTEN

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs     Quiche

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 eggs
2 cups half-and-half cream
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 ounces Jarlsberg cheese, shredded
2 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and half-and-half. Season with salt, white pepper and nutmeg. Place shredded Jarlsberg and mozzarella in the pie shell. Pour egg mixture over cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake for 25 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling is set. Allow to set 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 177.3 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 378.8 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

BASIC CRUSTLESS QUICHE



Basic Crustless Quiche image

This is my go to base for a quiche. I always do crustless. You can add really anything to this. We love sauteed veggies with onion and garlic with ham or tomatoes and bacon. If you cook the veggies, let them cool before adding to quiche mix because of the eggs. Spinach and ham is classic with added swiss. This is really great for when you have random veggies and leftover meat or deli meat in the fridge! Scale back the mozzarella to a 1/2 cup and put1/2 cup any other kind of cheese in, I use cheddar, swiss, provolone, parmesean frequently. I have also used cottage cheese with the ricotta.

Provided by Liamsmami

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 1 quiche, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large organic eggs
1 cup natural mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/3 cup whole milk, organic or 1/3 cup organic goat's milk
sea salt
cracked pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly grease 8 or 9 inch pie plate.
  • Mix eggs in large bowl.
  • Add shredded cheeses, folding.
  • Fold in milk.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and any other spice to taste (garlic powder, onion, cumin, etc.).
  • Add any meats or veggies at this time, fold gently.
  • Pour into pie plate and spread out.
  • Bake for about 40 minutes.

BASIC QUICHE - YOU PICK THE MAIN INGREDIENTS



Basic Quiche - you pick the main ingredients image

This quiche recipe is so simple and so yummy...I believe it originated from Paula Deen. Our 2 favorite flavor combos would be- Asparagus with crab and Caramelized mushroom and onions

Provided by Wendy Rusch

Categories     Other Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 Tbsp flour
5 large eggs
1 1/4 c heavy cream
salt and pepper
1 deep dish frozen pie crust

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • 2. Combine eggs, flour, cream, salt and pepper in a blender until mixed well or mix well with a hand mixer. Set aside.
  • 3. Layer your ingredients of choice in the pie crust... ***You can use 2 reg. size pie crusts instead of the one deep dish, it works out well, especially since there always seems to be extra egg mixture. Perhaps I just use to many ingredients in the quiche...lol ***You can also use mini pie crusts and make mini quiches, using many flavors. Making everyone at the table happy!
  • 4. Pour egg mixture over the top.
  • 5. Bake 45 minutes or until egg mixture is set. Let rest 10-15 minutes. Cut into 8 wedges and serve.
  • 6. Ingredient Ideas- -2c fresh chopped spinach, 1/2# of crumbled bacon, and 1 1/2c shredded swiss cheese. -1c cooked asparagus, 1/2# chopped crab, 3/4c shredded swiss cheese, and 3/4c of shredded cheddar. -1c carmelized mushrooms and onions, 1/2c grated parmesean cheese, 1/2c shredded swiss cheese and 1/2c shredded cheddar cheese. Can add diced ham to this one too, if desired. -1/2# crumbled bacon, fried onions, shredded potatoe, thawed. 1 1/2 c monteray jack cheese or cheddar. etc. etc. etc. mix and match to create your own families favortie blend!

RACHEL RAY'S BASIC QUICHE RECIPE



Rachel Ray's Basic Quiche Recipe image

I got this from her web site. You can make it as individual as you like. Sometimes I do quiche in a 9x12 cake pan with a flat crust, and cut into 2" squares, for hors d'oeuvres. Make sure it is totally set before cutting.

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 16

BASIC QUICHE
1 pie crust, store bought is fine
6 eggs (or 4 whole eggs and 2 whites)
1 c whole milk
2/3 c cream or half-n-half
1 c grated sharp cheese (swiss, cheddar, gruyere or crumbled feta)
1 pinch grated nutmeg (optional)
1 tsp fresh thyme
pinch of salt and pepper
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS:
1 medium onion, chopped and sauteed
1 c mushrooms, sliced and sauteed
1 c ham, diced
3 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 c cooked spinach or broccoli, drained well and chopped
3/4 c hash brown potatoes

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. If using fresh pie crust, line a deep pie plate or quiche dish with it.
  • 2. Whisk the eggs in a large bowl and add the milk and cream. Whisk together thoroughly and then stir in the herbs and seasonings.
  • 3. Sprinkle grated cheese on bottom of crust. If using any of the optional ingredients, sprinkle them on the bottom of the pie crust, too. Make sure your pie plate is large enough to hold everything. You may need to cut back on the cheese or a little of the milk if you use a lot of optional ingredients.
  • 4. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and bake for 30 minutes. If the quiche still has a liquidy and jiggly center, bake for another 10 minutes. If firm, remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Quiche can be served at room temperature.
  • 5. If crust edges get dark, cover them with foil or a pie crust guard and keep cooking until the center of the quiche is set. I normally have to cook mine for 35-40 minutes in a deep-dish quiche plate.

BASIC, ADAPTABLE QUICHE RECIPE



Basic, adaptable quiche recipe image

A basic foundation, easily adaptable. Add what you want -- veggies, meats, cheeses or any combo. The pic here is broccoli, onion, and cheese.

Provided by Jennifer Chaiken

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 eggs
2/3 c half and half
1-2 c whatever you want to add -- shredded cheese, blanched vegetables, meats
salt & pepper, herbs to taste
1 9 inch pie shell (your favorite recipe, or use a prepared one)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix eggs and milk well. Add salt, pepper, herbs as desired.
  • 2. Put additional ingredients in pie shell (any veggies, meats or cheeses.) Pour egg mixture over it. It may seem ready to overflow. If you have a lot in the pie shell, tap it down to let the egg settle around your ingredients. If it still seems too full, discard the additional egg mix (or use it for an omlette)
  • 3. Place the pie on a cookie sheet to catch any overflow. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, or until crust and top are golden.

BASIC 'USE-IT-UP' QUICHE



Basic 'use-It-Up' Quiche image

Perfect recipe for using up leftovers! If you have eggs, milk, rice and cheese, you can practically clean out your fridge right into your quiche pan. Sometimes I even add some leftover meat. It can be served fresh hot or cold or freeze it for a quick, easy meal during the week!

Provided by Axe1678

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups rice, cooked
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 lb vegetables, any leftover cooked veggies, chopped
4 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 pinch pepper
1 pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • CRUST:.
  • Mix together cooked rice, egg and soy sauce.
  • Spread evenly to cover well-buttered quiche pan or pie plate.
  • Bake rice crust at 350 F for 10 minute.
  • FILLING:.
  • Place chopped vegetable in bottom of crust.
  • Mix together: eggs, milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Pour over vegetables.
  • Top with grated cheese.
  • Bake at 350 F for 45 minutes or until set.
  • Remove from oven and let sit ten minutes before serving.

BASIC VEGAN QUICHE WITH SOY CHEESE



Basic Vegan Quiche With Soy Cheese image

From about.com. Start with this basic vegan quiche recipe and add your favorite spices, vegetables or mock meats, or make it just like it is. Perfect for a weekend breakfast or brunch. Make sure you use a vegan soy cheese that doesn't contain casein for a truly vegan quiche.

Provided by annh53182

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 onion, chopped
8 mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces frozen shortcrust pastry
4 ounces firm tofu
1 teaspoon soymilk
salt and pepper
1/2 cup shredded vegan cheese
4 tomatoes, sliced thin

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Cook the onion, mushrooms and garlic in oil until soft, about 3 to minutes.
  • Press the pastry into a quiche dish and bake for 5 minutes.
  • In a blender or food processor, process the tofu, soy milk and salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Mix together the tofu and veggies and add the vegan cheese. Gently pour into baked pastry.
  • Layer the sliced tomatoes across the top of the quiche.
  • Bake for 50 minutes to an hour, or until done.

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pie crust for 10-15 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this will make the quiche tough.
  • Bake the quiche until the center is just set, about 35-45 minutes.
  • Let the quiche cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a quiche recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give quiche a try!

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