Quiche and Savory Pies: Spinach Quiche | Submitted By: Bailey

1/2 cup butter3 cloves garlic, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained1 (6 ounce) package herb and garlic feta, crumbled1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheesesalt and pepper to taste1 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crust4 eggs, beaten1 cup milksalt and pepper to tastePreheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic and onion in butter until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in spinach, mushrooms, feta and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon mixture into pie crust. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper. Pour into the pastry shell, allowing egg mixture to thoroughly combine with spinach mixture. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Sprinkle top with remaining Cheddar cheese, and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes, until set in center. Allow to stand 10 minutes before serving. Amount Per Serving  Calories: 613 | Total Fat: 48.2g | Cholesterol: 249mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 613

Total Fat: 48.2gCholesterol: 249mgSodium: 1155mgTotal Carbs: 23.9g    Dietary Fiber: 2.8gProtein: 22.9g VIEW DETAILED NUTRITION
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Why oh why can't there be a six star rating? Let me preface this by saying that I have never been a big fan of quiche. I told my husband I'd make one, so I found this recipe. This is not only the BEST quiche I have ever had; I'd venture to say it is one of the most delicious foods I've ever eaten. Next time, I will try to make it with less butter as others have suggested. I used plain feta and added a dash of oregano, basil, rosemary and seasoned pepper. I made the Pastry for a Single Crust Pie from this site, and it was great for this dish. (Probably not so great for a sweet pie). Anyway, thank you for the fantastic recipe Bailey, you are single-handedly responsible for finding a way to get my six year old to not only EAT spinach, but to eat it with gusto! I am in your debt. :) Edited to add: If you ever plan on making this "healthier" by cutting back on the butter, I highly recommend you do it the FIRST time, so you won't be disappointed in the difference. It's still a good quiche with 1.5 Tbsp of butter, but it's a GREAT quiche with the whole stick. LOL Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
283 users found this review helpful Why oh why can't there be a six star rating? Let me preface this by saying that I have never... Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2003 by CCRAUDER    This was great! I made a few variations to lower the fat content. I used margarine instead of butter and halved it, per everyone's suggestions. I used skim milk, and I used egg whites instead of eggs. I also reduced the cheddar a bit. And it was still great! I can only imagine how wonderful it would be if I used all the real ingredients instead of the low-fat stuff. Also, I used fresh mushrooms and sauted them with the onions and garlic. Veeeery yummy. I made mine without a pie shell. Other fun things to try next time include bacon bits, a handful of almonds or pecans, raisins, or topping it with bread crumbs, croutons or fried onions! There are just too many fun things to do with this recipe, so I'll definately be making it again. And again. And again. And... ;) Thank you so much! Okay, I'll shut up now. :D Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
140 users found this review helpful This was great! I made a few variations to lower the fat content. I used margarine instead...

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