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A slice of vegetable quiche with spinach, red peppers, and onions is being served from a pie dish, with a salad in the background.

Breakfast Quiche

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 refrigerated pie crust or Vodka Pie Crust
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or half-and-half for a richer quiche
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Swiss, or gruyère
  • ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled (or diced ham)
  • ½ cup spinach chopped (or other veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it into the edges. Trim any excess and crimp the edges if desired.
  • Blind bake the crust. Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dry beans. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the weights and bake for another 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Prepare the filling. Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a mixing bowl. Stir in the cheese, bacon, and spinach.
  • Assemble the quiche. Pour the egg mixture into the partially baked crust, spreading everything evenly.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is just set and slightly jiggly.
  • Cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought refrigerated pie crust for ease, or make your favorite homemade version (such as vodka pie crust!)
  • For a creamier quiche, use half-and-half or even heavy cream. For a lighter version, use whole milk or a mix of milk and Greek yogurt.
  • Swap bacon for cooked sausage, diced ham, prosciutto, or even plant-based alternatives.
  • Once baked and cooled, wrap slices in foil and freeze in a zip-top bag. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F for 10–15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 210mg | Sodium: 906mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 717IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 2mg
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