Crab Quiche

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 (10-ounce) can of lump crab meat, drained
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Unfold puff pastry sheet and place in a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edges and fold under, crimping to seal.
3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in crab meat and cook for 1 minute more.
5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour egg mixture into the prepared puff pastry crust.
7. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until center is set and golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of quiche):

• Calories: 260
• Fat: 16g
• Cholesterol: 250mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful crab filling
• Flaky and buttery puff pastry crust
• Easy to make and perfect for brunch or lunch

User Comments:

• "This quiche is absolutely delicious! The crab filling is so rich and flavorful, and the puff pastry crust is perfect."
• "I love the combination of crab and red bell pepper in this quiche. It's a bit different from the traditional quiche, but it's so delicious."
• "This is a great quiche to make for company. It's elegant and easy to make, and everyone always loves it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan.
• Be sure to preheat your oven before baking the quiche.
• The quiche can be served warm or cold.