Summary

Quiche is presented as a versatile and convenient dinner option that can be easily customized and paired with a salad for a nutritious meal.

Abstract

The article advocates for the inclusion of quiche in regular dinner rotations, emphasizing its ease of preparation and flexibility in ingredient substitution. It provides a simple recipe that utilizes a frozen pie shell, allowing for the creation of multiple quiches that can be saved for later meals. The dish is described as a welcome change from typical dinners, offering a light and quick alternative when time is limited. The recipe shared includes eggs, Swiss cheese, skim milk, ham, broccoli, and crispy fried onions, with the suggestion to adapt the ingredients based on personal preference or to use up perishable items in the refrigerator. A simple salad dressed with a special homemade dressing is recommended as the ideal side dish to complement the quiche.

Opinions

The author believes that quiche, traditionally seen as a brunch item, is an underappreciated dinner choice that deserves more recognition.
It is suggested that making a second quiche to freeze or enjoy later is a practical and efficient use of ingredients, particularly when using packs of two frozen pie shells.
The author expresses that the recipe's ease and adaptability make it ideal for busy weekdays, allowing for creativity with available ingredients.
The use of a prepared frozen pie shell is highlighted as a convenient shortcut that simplifies the cooking process without sacrificing taste.
The author's family has a favorable opinion of "The Most Yummy Salad Dressing Ever," implying that it significantly enhances the accompanying salad.

Quiche Is Not Just For Brunch

Why This Easy Recipe Should Be Part Of Your Dinner Rotation

Quiche is a great dinner choice and here is why. Paired with a salad, it makes a well-rounded, quick and simple midweek meal.

Using a basic recipe, you can easily switch up the ingredients depending on what you have on hand to liven up the dinner doldrums. Most commonly thought of as a brunch item, I find that a quiche is a welcome change once every few weeks and can be a light, fast dinner when you are pressed for time. What is especially nice about the quiche recipe I am sharing is that it calls for a prepared frozen pie shell, which usually comes in a pack of two. So, it is a no-brainer to double the recipe and make a second quiche that can be frozen for another time or used as lunch throughout the week.

Here is the recipe I use, but feel free to switch up the protein, cheese or veggies and customize it to your liking (or to use up whatever might be going bad in your refrigerator)!

Easy Quiche

Ingredients:

4 eggs (or small container of egg whites)

1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided

3/4 cup skim milk

6 slices of deli ham, cut into 1/2 inch slices

1 cup chopped frozen broccoli, defrosted and drained

1 cup French’s Crispy Fried Onions, divided (comes in a can)

1 frozen deep-dish pie crust

Salt

Pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Beat eggs and milk together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Place ham, 3/4 cup cheese, broccoli and 3/4 cup fried onions in pie crust. Pour egg mixture over top. Top with the rest of the cheese.

4. Bake for 30 minutes, then add the rest of the fried onions on top. Bake for another 10 minutes or until. set (when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean)

5. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving. YUM!

As mentioned above, a simple salad is a perfect complement to the quiche. I would recommend dressing the salad with what my family refers to as “The Most Yummy Salad Dressing Ever.” You can find the recipe at https://link.medium.com/bcgiohFwSab

Quick and easy, this quiche and salad dinner requires little preparation and is a great way to sneak in some nutrients during a very busy day.