Making a crustless quiche is a great option if you want to reduce the overall carb content of the dish. Here’s a basic recipe for a crustless quiche that you can customize with your favorite ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup cooked ham or bacon, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or your choice)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole milk, skim milk, or a milk alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or your favorite herbs (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a pie dish with olive oil or use cooking spray.
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper until softened.
- Prepare Fillings:
- Add the chopped spinach and cooked ham or bacon to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Assemble Quiche:
- Spread the sautéed vegetables and meats evenly in the greased pie dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
- Whisk Eggs and Milk:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and dried thyme (if using).
- Pour Egg Mixture:
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables, meat, and cheese in the pie dish.
- Bake:
- Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until the quiche is set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the crustless quiche to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preferences. You can add mushrooms, tomatoes, different cheeses, or herbs to make it your own. Crustless quiche is versatile and can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.
