Mushroom Quiche

Ingredients

• 1 pre-made pie crust (9 inches / 23 cm) 1 pre-made pie crust (9 inches / 23 cm)
• 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
• 8 ounces (225g) button mushrooms, sliced 8 ounces (225g) button mushrooms, sliced
• 8 ounces (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced 8 ounces (225g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
• 4 large eggs 4 large eggs
• 1 cup (100g) Gruyère cheese, grated 1 cup (100g) Gruyère cheese, grated
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 24g (12g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 15g (2g sugars)
• Protein: 11g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.6g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2.
   Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges.
3. 3.
   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. 5.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper.
6. 6.
   Spread the sautéed mushrooms evenly over the pie crust. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese on top.
7. 7.
   Pour the egg mixture over the mushrooms and cheese.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the crust is golden brown.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mushrooms — Make sure to clean the mushrooms thoroughly and slice them evenly for even cooking.
• Gruyère cheese — For the best flavor, grate the Gruyère cheese from a block rather than using pre-shredded cheese.

Tips & Tricks

• Blind bake the pie crust for a few minutes before adding the filling to prevent a soggy bottom.
• Experiment with different types of mushrooms for a unique flavor profile.
• Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature for the best taste and texture.
• Add a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for an extra layer of flavor.
• Feel free to add other ingredients like spinach, bacon, or herbs to customize the quiche to your liking.

Serving advice

Serve the Mushroom Quiche as a main course for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Pair it with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top of the quiche before serving. Cut it into wedges and arrange them on a platter or individual plates.