Best 2 Crustless Quiche Lori Iane Recipes

Crustless Quiche: A Delightful and Versatile Dish for Any Occasion

Quiche, a classic French dish, is a savory custard pie typically made with a flaky crust. However, this recipe introduces a delightful twist: a crustless quiche. This variation offers a lighter and simpler approach to the traditional quiche, making it a perfect option for those seeking a healthier and equally delicious alternative.

The crustless quiche in this article is incredibly versatile, allowing for endless flavor combinations and dietary preferences. From classic fillings like bacon and cheese to vegetarian options packed with fresh vegetables, the possibilities are limitless. With its ease of preparation and customizable nature, this crustless quiche is sure to become a favorite for any occasion, whether it's a quick weekday meal or an elegant brunch gathering.

In this comprehensive guide, we present two variations of the crustless quiche: a classic bacon and cheese quiche and a vibrant vegetable quiche. Both recipes are meticulously explained, providing step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists. Additionally, helpful tips and tricks are included to ensure a perfect quiche every time.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting, this article will empower you to create a delicious and impressive crustless quiche. Join us on this culinary journey as we delve into the world of this versatile dish, exploring its flavors, variations, and the techniques to achieve a golden-brown, creamy, and utterly satisfying quiche.

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CRUSTLESS QUICHE LORI-IANE

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This quiche was an experiment in the making, I'm happy I jotted down my ingredients! Excellent for Atkins Diet menus!

Provided by LBURDICK

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped tomato
1 (4 ounce) can canned chopped green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch pie plate.
Beat eggs in a large bowl. Whisk in the sour cream; mix until smooth. Mix in the spinach, Cheddar cheese, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion, tomato, green chiles, garlic, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Pour the egg mixture into the prepared pie plate. Set pie plate on a baking sheet. Bake quiche until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 201.7 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 19.2 g, Sodium 796.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

CHEESY QUICHE LORRAINE

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I LOVE this quiche. It's crustless. The texture is fabulous. You can vary this in many ways by changing the filling ingredients. This one is bacon and Gruyere. I sometimes add green onion and 1/4 c dijon mustard to this recipe. Or I'll go totally different and just add lots of diced and sauteed veggies and omit the bacon and cheese. I like to serve it with a small salad and a cluster of seedless grapes or some melon.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h

Yield 1 9inch Quiche, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked bacon, chopped
6 ounces gruyere cheese or 6 ounces other swiss cheese, grated
3 eggs
12 ounces heavy cream or 12 ounces creme fraiche (For this, I'm partial to the creme fraiche. You can make your own. See my recipe for Creme Fraiche.)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Cook chopped bacon in a heavy skillet with a little butter or olive oil until browned.
Remove the bacon from the skillet to a glass or paper plate lined with a couple paper towels.
Butter a 9" glass pie dish.
Spread bacon and then the grated Gruyere in the pie plate.
Whisk together the eggs, creme fraiche, salt, and pepper.
Pour over the bacon and cheese, using a fork to gently distribute the bacon and cheese evenly.
Bake the quiche in a water bath in a 350F oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Serve hot or at room temperature.
Note: A water bath is simply placing the dish to be cooked in a larger dish, then filling the larger dish with water to about 1" from the top of the smaller dish, then bake.
I get the water ready to pour, place the uncooked quiche in the larger dish and then into the oven, and THEN pour the water in.
Be very careful pulling this out of the oven.
Move slowly so the hot water doesn't slosh about.
Don't pull your oven rack out with the dish on it unless your rack moves very smoothly or the water will slosh.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.3, Fat 50.6, SaturatedFat 25.6, Cholesterol 231.6, Sodium 565.4, Carbohydrate 2.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 17.2

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, about 30-35 minutes.
Let the quiche cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help it to hold its shape.
Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature. It can also be chilled and served cold.
Garnish the quiche with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cheese before serving.

Conclusion:

Crustless quiche is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables and cheese. With a few simple tips, you can make a crustless quiche that is sure to impress your family and friends.