Description
Homemade Spinach and Ricotta Quiche brings Italian countryside flavors straight to your kitchen table. Creamy ricotta and fresh spinach nestled in a golden, flaky crust promise a delightful culinary experience that will make you the star of any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Dairy and Liquid:
- 1/2 cup milk (120 milliliters)
Pastry and Seasonings:
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375F (190C), ensuring an even temperature for baking.
- Carefully position the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing gently to create a smooth, even surface.
- Create a creamy filling by whisking ricotta cheese with eggs, milk, and seasonings until thoroughly blended.
- Fold chopped spinach and mozzarella cheese into the mixture, distributing ingredients evenly throughout.
- Gently pour the quiche filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it uniformly to prevent air pockets.
- Transfer the quiche to the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and a firm, set center.
- Remove from the oven and allow the quiche to rest for 10-15 minutes, which helps the filling stabilize and makes slicing easier.
- Slice into wedges and serve warm, enjoying the rich, creamy texture and vibrant flavors of the spinach and cheese combination.
Notes
- Enhance the pie crust’s flavor by brushing it with olive oil and sprinkling dried herbs before adding the filling.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional pie crust with a cauliflower or almond flour crust to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Boost protein content by adding crumbled cooked bacon or diced ham to the spinach and ricotta mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prevent soggy bottom crust by pre-baking the pie shell for 10 minutes before adding the filling, ensuring a crisp and flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg