Pea and Leek Quiche
This delicious pea and leek quiche is a perfect dish for brunch or a light lunch. It features a flaky crust filled with a creamy mixture of peas, leeks, and cheese.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Grated gruyere cheese - 1 cup
- Heavy cream - 1 cup
- Eggs - 4
- Frozen peas - 1 cup, thawed
- Leeks - 2, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
- Pie crust - 1, store-bought or homemade
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch (23 cm) quiche dish or pie pan. Trim any excess crust.
- In a skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, grated Gruyere cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cooked leeks and thawed peas evenly over the pie crust.
- Pour the egg mixture over the leeks and peas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 25g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 5g