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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast & Brunch » Spinach Quiche

    Published: May 21, 2019 · Modified: May 25, 2021 by Jessica Robinson · This post may contain affiliate links

    Quiche Recipe

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    quiche in cast iron skillet with heirloom tomatoes in circular pattern

    This Easy Quiche Recipe is perfect for your next breakfast or brunch gathering. This quiche crust is a cornmeal crust and bakes beautifully in cast iron.

    You can also make this into a crustless quiche. Homemade quiche is the perfect option for a quick dinner or breakfast.

    homemade quiche with heirloom tomatoes and spinach in a large cast iron skillet with a small glass plate of sliced tomoatoes.

    On our farm, it always seemed like there wasn’t enough time in the day. My mom would often make homemade quiche, because it was quick and used ingredients we had on hand.

    The quiche was beautiful in one of the vintage pie dishes she had collected over the years. But I love to make my quiche in a cast iron dual-handle skillet.

    And, if you love the quiche baked in cast iron you’re gonna love a homemade Peach pie, Apple Pie, or Blueberry Pie baked in cast iron. The two-handle Lodge Cast Iron pan is the best!

    Why this recipe works

    • Made with simple to find ingredients that are readily available at your local grocery store.
    • Simple to follow ingredients.

    What you’ll need

    • Eggs – Whisk fresh eggs together with cream
    • Milk – We use whole milk, but you can certainly use 2%
    • Heavy cream – Gives this simple quiche grill
    • Fresh spinach – You can use fresh or frozen spinach and any ingredients you have in your fridge
    homemade quiche in a cast iron skillet on reclaimed barn boards

    Looking for other easy make ahead breakfast or brunch recipes? You’ll love my Brioche French Toast, Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole, and Blueberry Banana Pancakes.

    heirloom cherry tomatoes in a metal colander.

    We always plant a large vegetable garden and try to plant a wide variety of heirloom tomatoes. I love the unique taste each different tomato brings and the colors are incredible too! We love adding slices of heirloom tomatoes to Buttermilk Fried Chicken sandwiches and Best Marinade for Chicken. And cut them up and add on top of your Chicken Fajitas. Now, doesn’t that sound delicious?!

    How to make homemade quiche

    Step 1: Use fresh ingredients. Make this a vegetarian quiche by just adding vegetables.

    Step 2: In a large glass measuring cup, combine the milk and cream. Add the eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder and beat well with a fork or small whisk. Pour the mixture into the crust.

    Step 3: Bake for 60 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.

    Step 4: Let cool for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing. This will help the quiche set properly.

    quiche with colorful heirloom tomatoes on top.

    Tips for making quiche from scratch

    • Everyone’s oven is different. Use an oven thermometer to properly measure the temperature.
    • Crack eggs into a glass measuring cup, THEN pour them into your mixing bowl. If you get a bad egg, it will be easier to get rid of it using this method.
    • Keep tomatoes on the counter, NOT in the refrigerator. The refrigerator ruins the flavors of tomatoes.
    baked quiche in a cast iron skillet with heirloom tomatoes and spinach.

    More Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

    • Apple Fritters
    • Banana Pancakes
    • Homemade White Bread
    • Easy Sourdough Bread
    • Oatmeal Bread
    • Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole

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    homemade quiche with heirloom tomatoes and spinach in a large cast iron skillet with a small glass plate of sliced tomoatoes near it
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    Quiche Recipe

    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Cook Time1 hour hr
    1 hour hr
    Total Time2 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Homemade Spinach Quiche with a cornmeal crust baked in a cast iron skillet.
    Course: Breakfast, Breakfast or Brunch, Lunch
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 631kcal
    Author: Jessica Robinson

    Ingredients

    Quiche Crust

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 ½ cups yellow cornmeal
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
    • ⅔ cup lard
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold
    • 5 to 6 tablespoons ice water

    Quiche

    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 2 tablespoons butter
    • 1 medium onion, sliced
    • 2 teaspoons honey
    • salt and black pepper to taste
    • 1 ½ cups fresh spinach
    • 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
    • 4 slices honey ham, chopped
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup whole milk
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 5 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 2 to 3 heirloom tomatoes, sliced

    Instructions

    Quiche Crust

    • Combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. Cut in the lard and butter using a pastry cutter or two forks. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the crust holds together when squeezed in your hand.
    • Transfer the crust to a large zip-style bag and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

    Quiche

    • Heat the oil and butter in a saute pan over low to medium heat. Add the onion to the pan, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon. Cook over low to medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes. Add the honey and season with salt and pepper. Turn the heat off and set aside.
    • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
    • To finish the crust, press the cornmeal mixture into a 10-inch cast iron skillet with your hands. Gently poke holes in the bottom with a fork. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes.
    • Reduce the the oven temperature to 375 degrees F.
    • To finish the filling, place the spinach, bacon, ham, cheese, and caramelized onions into the crust. Set aside.
    • In a large glass measuring cup, combine the milk and cream. Add the eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder and beat well with a fork or small whisk. Pour the mixture into the crust. Gently place the tomato slices in a circular pattern on the top of the quiche.
    • Bake for 60 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. Let cool for 15 to 20 minutes before slicing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 631kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 201mg | Sodium: 770mg | Potassium: 863mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 3485IU | Vitamin C: 36.2mg | Calcium: 215mg | Iron: 3.5mg
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    1. Princess Quinn says

      June 15, 2019 at 6:54 am

      This is one of my most favorite pies. I’d love to just have a bite right now. I love that it’s quite easy to prepare.

      Reply
    2. Heather says

      June 12, 2019 at 5:45 pm

      What a gorgeous quiche! I am definitely adding this to my recipes for when guests come to stay.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 12, 2019 at 6:37 pm

        Thanks Heather!

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    3. georgia boanoro says

      June 12, 2019 at 12:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love quiches and especially spinach quiches, here in Brussels they are everywhere. I’ll try your recipe since it looks delicious, however I will buy the already prepared crust.

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 12, 2019 at 6:37 pm

        Thanks so much Georgia!

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    4. Peachy says

      June 12, 2019 at 3:30 am

      5 stars
      I love Spinach Quiche because it’s healthy and delicious! Will try out your recipe next week.

      Reply
    5. vicky hallnewman says

      June 10, 2019 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      This is lovely, I think it would be just as nice with or without the meat in it. I am going to give it a try.

      Reply
    6. Ewa says

      June 10, 2019 at 2:34 pm

      This looks so delicious!! I am going to try it this week! I am a huge spinach fan so this recipe sounds perfect to me!

      Reply
    7. Hang Around The World says

      June 09, 2019 at 7:41 pm

      Thank you for this delicious recipe, I really like all this food. Thank you for sharing it! Going to cook it one of these days, you inspired me 🙂 – Paolo

      Reply
    8. Jessica Robinson says

      June 09, 2019 at 3:35 pm

      Hi Cristina! It’s super easy to make!

      Reply
    9. Katie Walsh Beck says

      June 09, 2019 at 1:43 pm

      5 stars
      Quiche is one of my favorites! It is endlessly adaptable and always delicious. I love the big slices of heirloom tomatoes on this one. Tomatoes are always a win when they are in season 🙂

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 09, 2019 at 3:35 pm

        Thanks so much Katie!

        Reply
    10. Rosey says

      June 09, 2019 at 12:46 pm

      I have had quiche. I have not had a frittata. I think spinach goes perfectly with either though!

      Reply
      • Jessica Robinson says

        June 09, 2019 at 3:35 pm

        This Quiche is so darn good!

        Reply
    11. Ivan Jose says

      June 09, 2019 at 4:32 am

      5 stars
      I love spinach! I add it a lot in pastas or I make sauteed spinach as a side dish. Thanks for giving me another idea on how to prepare it.

      Reply

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