Easy Broccoli Cheddar Quiche for Brunch
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought rolled-out pie crust
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Preparation
Preheat oven to 375℉
Roll out the pie crust and fit into a standard pie plate
Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or beans
Blind bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until the outside crust starts to brown
Remove from the oven and set aside
Reduce oven temperature to 350℉
In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the butter
Sauté the broccoli and onion until softened and starting to brown, about 3-4 minutes
Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute
Cool the mixture slightly
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and heavy cream or half-and-half together
Add the cheese, broccoli mixture, salt, and pepper and combine
Pour the mixture into the par-baked pie shell
Place the pie shell on a sheet pan
Place the sheet pan on the middle rack of the oven
Bake for 35-45 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly and the crust is golden brown
If the crust starts to become overly brown, place a pie protector or foil over the crust
Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes
Slice and serve
Notes
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Reheat individual portions in the microwave until heated through or eat cold or at room temperature
Serve warm or at room temperature
