Donna's Cheesy Quiche

Health score
2%
Donna's Cheesy Quiche
60 min.
6
465kcal

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Start with a tantalizing introduction to whet your appetite:

Welcome to the world of Donna's Cheesy Quiche, a delectable masterpiece that promises to elevate your morning meal, brunch, breakfast, or lunch to gourmet heights. This scrumptious dish, which serves six hearty portions, is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a caloric dream at 465 kcal per serving. With a harmonious blend of rich flavors and textures, this quiche is set to become your new favorite comfort food.

Prepared in just about an hour, Donna's Cheesy Quiche is a symphony of simplicity and sophistication, making it the perfect dish for those busy mornings or leisurely brunches. The secret lies in the meticulous selection of ingredients, from the aromatic basil and oregano to the creamy blend of heavy cream and eggs. And let's not forget the star of the show – the perfect marriage of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, which creates a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's hard to resist.

So, why not don your chef's hat and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy? Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, Donna's Cheesy Quiche is a recipe that's both easy to follow and guaranteed to impress. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get cooking! Remember, the best meals are those shared with friends and family, so invite them over for a slice of heaven.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • small onion diced
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 9-inch pie crust dough ()
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.8 cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
  3. Add onion and saute until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat together eggs, cream, basil, oregano, salt and pepper.
  5. Spoon the onions into the pie crust.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the onions.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  8. Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into center of the quiche comes out clean, about 30 to 40 minutes.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories465kcal
Protein10.71%
Fat72.61%
Carbs16.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.67
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
9.9417392222778%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:465.26kcal
23.26%
Fat:37.73g
58.04%
Saturated Fat:17.74g
110.88%
Carbohydrates:19.49g
6.5%
Net Carbohydrates:18.32g
6.66%
Sugar:1.93g
2.15%
Cholesterol:151.85mg
50.62%
Sodium:746.72mg
32.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.53g
25.05%
Selenium:16.3µg
23.28%
Calcium:223.63mg
22.36%
Phosphorus:208.94mg
20.89%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.94%
Vitamin A:943.01IU
18.86%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.14%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.66%
Vitamin E:1.6mg
10.65%
Folate:42.1µg
10.53%
Zinc:1.49mg
9.93%
Vitamin K:10.02µg
9.55%
Iron:1.58mg
8.79%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.17%
Vitamin D:1.22µg
8.1%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.7%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.01%
Vitamin B3:0.99mg
4.96%
Magnesium:19.53mg
4.88%
Fiber:1.18g
4.7%
Potassium:145.56mg
4.16%
Copper:0.06mg
3.06%
Vitamin C:1.11mg
1.34%
Source:Allrecipes