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
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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.
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Prepare the Batter:
- Mix the eggs, heavy cream, and milk into a smooth batter.
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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.
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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.
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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.