Crustless Quiche

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This Crustless Quiche is made with fluffy eggs, whole milk, broccoli, mozzarella, and cheddar. It costs just $1.31 per serving and makes an easy make ahead breakfast or brunch.

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Carrie Barnard

Cost: $7.84, $1.31 per Serving

Ingredients

6 large eggs
½ cup whole milk
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for greasing the pie dish
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
3 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
¼ cup water
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9-inch or 9.5-inch pie dish with a small amount of extra-virgin olive oil.
In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, ½ cup whole milk, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
Heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add 1/3 cup finely chopped onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add 3 cups broccoli florets and ¼ cup water. Cook for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender and the water has evaporated.
Transfer the broccoli mixture to the prepared pie dish and spread it into an even layer.
Sprinkle ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese and ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the broccoli mixture.
Pour the egg mixture over the top and gently shake the dish to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Whole milk creates the richest texture, but 2% milk may be substituted.

Fresh broccoli provides the best texture and flavor. If using frozen broccoli, thaw completely and pat dry before cooking. Avoid overcooking the broccoli during the skillet step. It should remain crisp-tender since it will continue cooking in the oven.

Allow the quiche to rest for 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner slices.

Optional Add-Ins: Try adding one or more of the following for extra flavor: ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon ½ cup diced ham ½ cup sautéed mushrooms ½ cup chopped spinach ¼ cup diced roasted red peppers

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