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Easy Ina Garten Spinach Quiche Recipe

Easy Ina Garten Spinach Quiche Recipe

5 from 6 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Easy Ina Garten Spinach Quiche Recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish made with spinach, eggs, and cheese in a flaky crust. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

Ingredients 

Crust:

  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon English Mustard Powder (Colman’s)
  • 1/2 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 1 large egg, beaten, to glaze

Filling:

  • 1 pound spinach, frozen
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 2/3 cup cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Start by preparing the crust. Mix the 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 tablespoon salt 1/2 tablespoon English Mustard Powder (Colman’s), and 1/2 tablespoon Paprika, then cut in the 8 tablespoons butter until the mixture looks crumbly.
  • Add a beaten 1 large egg and 3–4 tablespoons of cold water, then knead until a soft, smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough tightly in cling film and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • While the dough chills, prepare the filling. Add 1 pound spinach, 1 large onion 1/2 tablespoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper to a pot and cook gently over medium heat with the lid on. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in 1 cup small curd cottage cheese, eggs (reserving one egg for brushing), 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, and 2/3 cup cream until well combined.
  • Take the pastry out of the refrigerator and roll it out. Line a 9-inch pie dish, crimp the edges with a fork, and prick the base all over. Place in an air fryer at 320°F for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
  • To bake in the oven instead, preheat to 375°F and bake the crust for 12–15 minutes until golden.
  • Spoon the filling into the prepared crust. Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the top. Return to the air fryer at 300°F and cook for 10–15 minutes until set.
  • For oven baking, place the filled quiche in a 375°F oven and bake for 25–35 minutes until the center is firm and the top is golden.
  • Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Quiche or Tart Pan

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 364kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 13gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 1050mgPotassium: 461mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 6111IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 142mgIron: 4mg