Description

This Asparagus and Gruyere Quiche offers a beautiful blend of flavors with tender asparagus and rich Gruyere cheese. Perfect for brunch, this easy recipe is made with a simple crust and a creamy filling that will impress everyone. Enjoy a taste of spring with every bite!

Ingredients

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single pie crust (your favorite recipe, or just use a packaged crust)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced and washed
1 pound asparagus, woody parts cut off, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 ounces gruyere cheese
4 large eggs
1 1/4 cup half and half
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie pan or quiche/deep dish tart pan. Place it in the refrigerator.
Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook until tender, then add the asparagus and cook until tender. This should take about 6-8 minutes in total.
In a large measuring cup or mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
Place the sautéed vegetables into the prepared crust. Add the cheese on top and pour the egg mixture over everything. Set the quiche on a sheet pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.
Let the quiche stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For added flavor, consider topping with fresh herbs before baking.
This quiche can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 490mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 220mg