Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pie crusts (you can use store-bought or homemade)
- 1kg (2 pounds) potatoes, peeled and diced
- 500g (1 pound) fresh spinach
- 200g (7 ounces) shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45-60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pie crusts and place them in the oven for 5 minutes to lightly toast. Remove and set aside.
- In a large pot, boil the diced potatoes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a separate pan, cook the spinach until just wilted. Let cool, then squeeze out any excess moisture and chop roughly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Layer the potatoes, spinach, and cheese in the pie crusts. Pour the egg mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Place the quiches in the preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is set.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: 450kcal
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 18g
(Nutrition facts may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American-style quiche with a creamy, rich filling of potatoes, spinach, and cheese.
- The combination of flavors is comforting and satisfying.
- The dish is versatile and can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
User Comments:
- "This quiche was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect."
- "I loved the texture of the potatoes and spinach in the quiche. It was very satisfying."
- "This was a great dish for a family gathering. Everyone loved it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the potatoes and spinach until tender but not overly so, to maintain their texture in the quiche.
- When layering the ingredients in the pie crust, be careful not to overfill the crusts to prevent spillover during baking.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
