Asparagus and Swiss Cheese Quiche

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This asparagus quiche with Swiss cheese is a delicious way to celebrate spring and its abundant supply of fresh asparagus. This recipe is a cinch to put together and so very yummy.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 (10-inch) quiche

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 pastry for a 10-inch deep-dish pie crust

  • 6 large eggs, beaten

  • ¾ cup milk

  • ½ cup half-and-half cream

  • 1 (2.8 ounce) can French-fried onions

  • 6 ounces shredded Swiss cheese

  • 5 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 green onion, chopped

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir asparagus until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes.

  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Press pie pastry into a 10-inch deep-dish pie pan.

  3. Combine asparagus, eggs, milk, half-and-half, French-fried onions, Swiss cheese, Cheddar cheese, and green onion in a bowl. Pour into prepared pie pastry.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until center of quiche is set and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

437 Calories
31g Fat
20g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 437
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 14g 68%
Cholesterol 185mg 62%
Sodium 423mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 19g 37%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 376mg 29%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 272mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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