by Feli Chic'Cuisine
Brie and Broccoli Quiche is a savory and rich dish that combines the smooth, creamy flavor of brie cheese with the earthy taste of broccoli. The brie cheese adds a luxurious creaminess to the dish, while the broccoli provides a hearty and nutritious component. This quiche is perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, and can be served hot or cold.
It's also great for using up leftover broccoli or cheese, making it a budget-friendly and practical meal. Overall, this quiche is a tasty and versatile dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
This classic French-inspired dish is made by mixing eggs, cream, and milk, then adding the tender boiled broccoli and Cheddar cheese. Cubes of creamy brie cheese are then scattered over the top of the broccoli mixture before the quiche is baked in the oven until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
The result is a delicious, elegant quiche with a creamy, velvety texture and a lovely balance of flavors. The tender broccoli provides a nice contrast to the richness of the brie, and the egg and cream mixture creates a light and airy filling. The crust is flaky and buttery, providing a perfect base for the filling.
What is the best cheese for Quiche?
Using mature Cheddar in a broccoli quiche is a great choice, as it provides a bold, sharp flavor that complements the earthy taste of the broccoli. However, there are many other popular cheese options that can be used in a broccoli quiche, depending on your personal taste preferences. Here are some examples:
1. Gruyere: This Swiss cheese is nutty, buttery, and slightly sweet, and it melts beautifully in a quiche. It pairs well with broccoli and other vegetables.
2. Parmesan: This Italian cheese is sharp and salty, and it adds a delicious 'umami' flavor to a quiche. It can be used on its own or combined with other cheeses.
3. Goat cheese: This soft, tangy cheese adds a creamy texture and a tart flavor to a quiche. It pairs well with other soft cheeses like brie, as well as with vegetables like tomatoes and mushrooms.
4. Blue cheese: This pungent, bold cheese adds a strong flavor to a quiche. It pairs well with sweeter ingredients like caramelized onions or roasted sweet potatoes.
Overall, there are many cheese options that can be used in a broccoli quiche, so feel free to experiment and find your favorite combination!
Prep.time :20 mins
Cook time: 40 mins
Serves: 8
Ingredients
1 ( 375g) Ready-rolled Shortcrust Pastry
1 large head of broccoli, cut into bite-size florets
250g mature Cheddar cheese, grated or shredded
100g Brie cheese, cubbed
4 eggs, free-range
125ml milk
125ml heavy/double/whipping cream
Salt and pepper to season
Method
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas 4.
2. Fill a large pan with water, add a pinch of salt and bring to the boil over a high heat. Add in broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes or until fork tender. Drain the broccoli in a colander. Set aside.
3. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface. Line a pie pan (23 cm /9-inch) with the pie crust. Press gently to fill the corners and extend the crust all the way to the edge. Crimp the edge.
4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and heavy/double/whipping cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese.
5. Spread the broccoli florets over the bottom of the pie crust. Sprinkle with brie cheese evenly over the broccoli and and pour the egg mixture over the top.
6. Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving. This is so good served warm or cold!
Enjoy!
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