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Simple Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche

Sana Gilani
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

For Crust:

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup chilled butter, cubed
  • ¼-⅓ cup cold water

For Filling:

  • 4 eggs
  • cup whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt, to taste (in eggs)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste (in eggs)
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 cups frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • cups shredded cheddar (coated in 1 tablespoon flour)

Instructions
 

For Crust:

  • In a food processor add in the flour, salt, and chilled butter. Pulse for a few minutes until the mixure is a fine crumb.
  • Add the cold water slowly while the food processor is on low. Start with ¼ cup and if it comes together when pressed then its done. If it still too dry add in a little more slowly (up to ⅓ cup total).
  • Tip the contents of the food processor on to some cling film and press the dough into a disc. Wrap it up and place in refrigerator until ready to use. Preheat oven to 450°F

For Filling:

  • In a mixing bowl whisk up the eggs and add in the salt, spices, and milk. Mix until fully combined. Set aside until ready to pour into crust.
  • In a large frying pan add in olive oil on medium heat. Add in the thawed broccoli florets and diced bell pepper with minced garlic. Sprinkle with some salt and ground black pepper. Allow it to cook down on medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes turning every 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • While the vegetables cook down remove the dough from fridge and roll out on clean, smooth surface to about 12" in diameter (⅛" thick). Place into a 9" pie pan and press against the bottom and edges. You can crimp the edges if you like otherwise press down to make a clean edge.
  • Place some heavy duty foil folded up onto the bottom of crust in pie dish. Place in 450°F oven for 8 minutes with foil. After this, remove foil and bake for an additional 8 minutes.
  • While crust bakes, in a small bowl mix together flour into shredded cheddar cheese. Thoroughly coat the cheese in flour then add into egg milk mixture.
  • Once the crust is done, remove from oven and reduce heat to 350°F.
  • The vegetables should be done cooking and egg mixture should be completed. Add vegetables to par-baked crust and then pour egg mixture on top. Mix everything together slightly so the vegetables and cheese are evenly distributed.
  • Place in 350°F oven for 45-55 minutes or until the quiche is set and stable.
  • Quiche can be served warm, room temperature, or even cold out of the fridge. You can also reheat leftovers in microwave, oven, or toaster oven.
  • It tastes absolutely delicious on its own or you can garnish with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword Broccoli and Cheddar Quiche, Quiche