Indulge in the culinary delight of mini crustless quiches, a medley of savory flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These individual quiches, devoid of a traditional pastry crust, showcase a delectable filling of sautéed mushrooms and tender Swiss chard, enveloped in a rich and creamy custard base. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of earthy mushrooms, vibrant Swiss chard, and a hint of nutty Parmesan cheese, all encased in a golden-brown, custardy perfection. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, these mini crustless quiches are not only visually appealing but also incredibly versatile. Whether you prefer a vegetarian delight or a more substantial meal, this article presents two enticing variations to suit your preferences. The vegetarian version features a medley of sautéed vegetables, while the bacon and potato variation adds a smoky and savory twist. Both recipes are easy to follow, requiring minimal prep time and yielding a delightful array of mini quiches that are sure to impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MINI QUICHES (CRUSTLESS)
A great easy cook ahead dish. I like to make these for my boys to eat for breakfast on the go. Good reheated in the microwave. They freeze wonderfully. I often make these with bratwurst sausage and a teaspoon of leftover Knorr® vegetable-spinach dip. Add mushrooms or olives if you like. You can get creative with ingredients.
Provided by Susie
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 55m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 36 mini muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and crumble in sausage. Cook and stir until sausage is crumbly and evenly browned, about 10 minutes . Drain and discard any excess grease.
- Sprinkle sausage, Cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and green onion evenly into the prepared muffin cups.
- Beat eggs, potato flakes, and cream together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture evenly over the sausage-cheese mixture in the muffin cups.
- Bake in the preheated oven until quiches are set in the middle and lightly browned, about 22 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 177.4 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 14.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 467.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
SWISS CHARD, MUSHROOM, AND WHITE-CHEDDAR QUICHE
This creamy make-ahead quiche combines custard with vegetables and cheese, and pairs them with a delectable, flaky shell for a relaxed, family-friendly approach to brunch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 4h15m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the crust: Pulse butter, flour, and 1 teaspoon salt in a food processor until it resembles coarse meal with some large pieces. Whisk together egg, yolk, and water. Pulse flour mixture, drizzling with egg mixture, until dough forms. Turn out dough onto plastic wrap; shape into a rectangle, and wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour.
- Roll out dough to a 14-by-21-inch rectangle on a lightly floured surface. Refrigerate until firm, about 15 minutes. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Fit dough into sheet. Fold excess under, and pinch to form a crust that comes 1/2 inch above rim. Freeze until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees, with 1 rack in middle position and 1 rack in the lower third. Line dough with parchment, pressing flush and leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Top with dried beans or pie weights. Fold parchment over crust edges. Bake on lower rack, rotating halfway through, for 40 minutes. Remove beans and parchment. Bake until golden brown and crisp, 15 to 17 minutes more. Let cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Make the filling: Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over high heat. Cook mushrooms until tender, about 8 minutes (adjust heat if needed). Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper; transfer to a bowl.
- Let skillet cool. Add remaining tablespoon butter. Cook garlic over low heat, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chard; season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 6 minutes. Raise heat to high. Cook until liquid evaporates. Toss chard with mushrooms. Let cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs with half-and-half and 2 teaspoons salt in a bowl. Sprinkle 1 1/4 cups cheese onto tart crust. Spread mushroom-chard mixture over top. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/4 cups cheese. Slowly and evenly pour custard over cheese and vegetables. (It should come no higher than 1/4 inch from the top of crust; discard extra.) Bake on middle rack, rotating halfway through, until custard is just set, 35 to 45 minutes. Let stand on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve immediately.
CRUSTLESS SWISS CHARD QUICHE
I have been working on perfecting the perfect crustless quiche recipe for years. I always use spinach, but I bought some Rainbow Swiss Chard at the local farmer's market today, and I thought I'd give it a try in quiche. I used Rainbow Chard (pink/yellow/white/orange stems---- BEAUTIFUL), but you can use any chard (or try substituting other greens) I do notice that fresh greens give a much better taste than frozen greens though!
Provided by Keeferop
Categories Savory Pies
Time 1h
Yield 1 quiche, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Wash and dry swiss chard. Cut off the very ends of the stems. Roughly chop (leaving stems intact) the chard.
- Add onion and Chard to the oil and saute until stems are tender (do not overcook). Add salt & pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, grate 2.5 cups of cheese. Use whatever varieties you want/have. Be creative! I used Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan, and Cojito.
- Wisk eggs. Add milk and cheese. Fold in the onion/chard mixture. Add salt & pepper to taste, if necessary.
- Pour into a pie dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and no liquid seeps when you poke it with a knife.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.5, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 116.2, Sodium 446.2, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 11.8
ASPARAGUS MUSHROOM BACON CRUSTLESS QUICHE
This is a very tasty crustless quiche. You can substitute the filling for different ones you may like better, but these are my favorite. By the way, this is Atkins® induction-friendly.
Provided by Nikki Wilson
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Position oven rack to center position. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 10-inch pie plate.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir bacon in the hot skillet until crisp, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon and drain all but 2 tablespoons grease from skillet. Cook and stir asparagus and mushrooms in the remaining bacon grease until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove skillet from heat and toss bacon into asparagus mixture. Spread asparagus-bacon mixture into the prepared pie pan. Sprinkle Swiss cheese over mixture.
- Whisk cream, eggs, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour egg mixture over asparagus-cheese mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until quiche is set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 174.9 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.6 g, Sodium 314.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of mushrooms to add different flavors and textures to your quiche. Some good options include cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
- Swiss chard is a great choice for this quiche because it is hearty and flavorful. However, you can also use other leafy greens, such as spinach or kale.
- If you don't have a muffin tin, you can also bake these quiches in a 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Serve these quiches warm or at room temperature. They are also great for packing in lunches or picnics.
Conclusion:
These mini crustless quiches are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast, lunch, or snack. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give these quiches a try. You won't be disappointed!
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