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broccoli and gruyere quiche

This easy quiche is even easier with store-bought pie crust. I love Trader Joe's pie crust, which you can find in their freezer case.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 6 wedges

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli try to use florets and not stems
  • 1/2 small onion minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 4 eggs
  • 1.5 cups milk 2% or more is best for a creamier custard
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pie crust can use frozen or pre-prepared

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Roll out pie crust and drape over a pie dish so that it covers the bottom and sides completely.
  • Find a skillet with a tight fitting cover. With the skillet uncovered, heat the skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, then add the olive oil. Add the onion, salt and pepper and saute for 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent. Add the garlic and broccoli and saute for 2-3 minutes. Add water, cover the skillet with the lid and reduce heat to medium low, allowing broccoli to steam for an additional 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green but still crunchy. Remove the skillet from heat and drain the broccoli in a colander. Set the broccoli aside to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, add milk and eggs and whisk together until just incorporated (don't overbeat the eggs or you'll get tons of froth).
  • Layer the broccoli evenly through the pie dish. Sprinkle the Gruyere on top, then add the milk and egg mixture. Top with the Parmesan.
  • Trim the edges of the pie crust with a sharp paring knife to remove the excess pastry dough and then crimp the edges with your fingers.
  • Slide the pie dish carefully into the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is browned and the egg custard is puffed and golden. Let cool on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes and then slice and serve with a fresh salad.