Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it into the pie dish. Trim the edges.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the spinach, ricotta cheese, and cheddar cheese.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
5. Pour the egg mixture into the cheese and spinach mixture and stir until well combined.
6. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- 6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 240
- Total fat: 16g
- Saturated fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 320mg
- Total carbohydrate: 14g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 11g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with frozen spinach, thawed and drained.
- Ricotta cheese can be substituted with cottage cheese.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
Variations:
- Add cooked bacon or ham for a meatier quiche.
- Add caramelized onions for a sweeter flavor.
- Add mushrooms for an earthy flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid a watery quiche.
- Blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling to avoid a soggy crust.
- Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing to avoid a runny filling.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover quiche in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat leftover quiche in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the quiche on a platter with fresh herbs and sliced tomatoes.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or fresh fruit.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed green salad with vinaigrette dressing
- Fresh fruit salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the quiche is too watery, make sure to drain the spinach well before adding it to the filling.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the quiche until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Quiche originated in France and became popular in the United States in the 1950s.
Flavor profiles:
- The sweet cheese and spinach quiche has a creamy and savory flavor with a hint of nutmeg.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sweet cheese and spinach quiche for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.
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