Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9 inches)
- 300g (10.5 oz) shredded Gruyere cheese
- 200g (7 oz) cooked ham, diced
- 2 cups fresh vegetables (such as spinach, bell peppers, and mushrooms, mixed)
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the Gruyere cheese, ham, and fresh vegetables.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust.
- Top with the ham, Gruyere, and vegetable mixture.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the quiche is golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Combination of savory Gruyere cheese, diced ham, and fresh vegetables.
- Crispy pastry crust and creamy filling.
- Perfect balance of flavors and textures.
User Comments:
- "This quiche was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on." - John Doe
- "The pastry crust was crispy and the filling was creamy and delicious." - Jane Smith
- "I loved the addition of fresh vegetables in this quiche. It made it even more flavorful." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Be sure to fully cook the vegetables before adding them to the quiche.
- Follow baking instructions carefully to ensure the quiche is cooked through.
- Allow the quiche to cool slightly before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop.
