How to Make Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a traditional French dish that has become a staple in many homes around the world. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. With a flaky pastry crust and a creamy, custard-like filling, quiche is a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

One of the great things about quiche is that you can customize it to suit your taste and dietary preferences. Whether you prefer a classic quiche Lorraine with bacon and Gruye...

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 pastry for a 10-inch deep-dish pie crust
  • 6 large eggs, beaten
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup half-and-half cream
  • 1 (2.8 ounce) can French-fried onions
  • 6 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
  • 5 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 green onion, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 10-inch quiche

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir asparagus until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Press pie pastry into a 10-inch deep-dish pie pan.
  • Combine asparagus, eggs, milk, half-and-half, French-fried onions, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese, and green onion in a bowl. Pour into prepared pie pastry.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until center of quiche is set and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    437 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 185mg
    • Sodium: 423mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 376mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 272mg