A Quick and Easy Goat Cheese and Spinach Quiche Recipe

Introduction

This video features a simple and quick recipe for a delightful Goat Cheese and Spinach Quiche. It's an excellent choice for an easy appetizer or a starter for dinner. The quiche combines the creamy texture of goat cheese with the freshness of spinach, all nestled in a crispy crust.

Ingredients

  • Milk
  • Heavy cream
  • 2 eggs
  • Goat cheese
  • Spinach
  • Garlic
  • Sliced almonds
  • Almond powder
  • Pie crust (pâte brisée)
  • Optional: Gruyère cheese for extra flavor and color

Preparation Steps

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish:

    • Preheat the oven to 420°F.
    • Use a 10-inch baking dish and butter it to prevent sticking. Store the dish in the fridge after lining it with the crust and removing the excess.
  2. Prepare the Batter:

    • Mix the eggs, heavy cream, and milk into a smooth batter.
  3. Prepare the Spinach:

    • Optionally, remove the stems from the spinach.
    • Cook the spinach in a frying pan to remove excess water, which ensures a better texture for the quiche.
    • Add sliced almonds to the spinach while cooking for added texture and flavor.
  4. Assemble the Quiche:

    • Spread almond powder at the bottom of the crust to absorb any remaining water from the spinach.
    • Spread the spinach and goat cheese evenly in the crust.
    • Pour the batter over the spinach and goat cheese.
    • Optionally, top with Gruyère cheese for a beautiful color and extra flavor.
  5. Bake:

    • Bake the quiche in the preheated oven at 420°F for 30 minutes until the top is golden and the quiche is set.

Conclusion

This Goat Cheese and Spinach Quiche is a perfect combination of simplicity and flavor, making it a fantastic choice for a quick and satisfying meal. The creamy goat cheese, fresh spinach, and the crispy crust create a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that are sure to delight any palate.