Description
This festive Christmas Quiche combines a buttery, flaky pie crust filled with a savory mixture of free-range eggs, fresh asparagus, sun-dried tomatoes, prosciutto, and rich Fontina and Parmesan cheeses. This easy-to-make quiche is perfect for holiday brunches or dinner gatherings, offering a delightful balance of creamy, cheesy, and slightly tangy flavors baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 9-inch Pie Crust
Filling
- 10 Free Range Eggs
- 1 cup Asparagus, diced
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup Prosciutto, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 cup Fontina Cheese, shredded or cubed
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Asparagus: Dice 1 cup of asparagus into small bite-sized pieces to ensure even distribution and consistent cooking throughout the quiche.
- Slice Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Prosciutto: Thinly slice 1/2 cup each of sun-dried tomatoes and prosciutto to integrate well with the other filling ingredients.
- Par-Bake Pie Crust: Place the 9-inch pie crust into a round baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 4 minutes to prevent a soggy crust once the filling is added.
- Mix Egg Base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 10 free-range eggs until well combined. This provides the structure and custard base for the quiche.
- Add Filling Ingredients: To the whisked eggs, add diced asparagus, sliced sun-dried tomatoes, sliced prosciutto, 1/4 cup milk, 1 cup Fontina cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and season with a pinch of salt and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the prepared egg and filling mixture into the par-baked pie crust, spreading evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake the Quiche: Bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the quiche from the oven and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. Resting allows the quiche to firm up, making it easier to slice and enhancing flavor melding.
Notes
- Ensure asparagus is diced into small pieces to prevent it from overpowering other flavors and to ensure even cooking.
- Par-baking the crust is crucial to avoid a soggy bottom after adding the egg mixture.
- You can substitute Fontina cheese with Gruyere or Swiss cheese for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Letting the quiche rest after baking improves slicing and taste experience.
- This quiche can be served warm or at room temperature, making it versatile for various occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 39 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas quiche, holiday brunch, easy quiche recipe, asparagus quiche, prosciutto quiche, savory pie, festive breakfast