Best 3 Eggplant Quiche Dee Dees Recipes

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Eggplant quiche dee dees are a delightful and savory dish perfect for a brunch or lunch gathering. The combination of roasted eggplant, creamy custard filling, and a flaky crust creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. While the traditional quiche lorraine may be the go-to choice for many, this variation adds a unique twist with the addition of eggplant, adding a depth of flavor and a beautiful presentation. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to the kitchen, this guide will provide you with the essential steps and tips to create a perfect eggplant quiche dee dees that will impress your guests and leave them craving for more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ACADIA'S CRUSTLESS QUICHE WITH EGGPLANT



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Make and share this Acadia's Crustless Quiche With Eggplant recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AcadiaTwo

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 lbs garlic sausage (approximate)
1 cup red bell pepper (chopped)
1 sweet onion (Chopped)
1 small eggplant (chopped)
2 cups light cream
1 red bell pepper (chopped)
1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese (shredded)
4 ounces low-fat monterey jack cheese (shredded)
4 large eggs
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (ground)
1 tablespoon chives (I used freeze dried)
1 tablespoon parsley (I used freeze dried)
1 tablespoon margarine
1 teaspoon margarine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In skillet saute onion until translucent with 1 tablespoon of margarine.
  • Added eggplant and bell pepper in with onion and saute until tender.
  • Set onion, eggplant and pepper mixture aside in a bowl.
  • Remove sausage from casings and brown in same skillet and then cook thoroughly.
  • (I placed my skillet with metal handle in the oven for 15 minutes).
  • While sausage is cooking, use a 2-quart bowl to whisk together eggs, cream, nutmeg, chives, parsley, black pepper, & salt.
  • Then add eggplant, onion and bell pepper mixture.
  • Stir.
  • Remove skillet from oven with sausage (Remember the handle is HOT!).
  • Drain sausage on paper towels and blot dry.
  • Chop up sausage into bite size pieces.
  • Add 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, 1/2 cup cheddar and sausage to the egg mixture.
  • Use 1 teaspoon of margarine or PAM cooking spray to grease a 5-quart oblong baking dish.
  • Pour mixture into greased baking dish.
  • Place on middle rack of oven.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until the quiche isn't jiggly anymore and toothpick comes out of middle clean.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.8, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 105, Sodium 191.1, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 8.9

EGGPLANT QUICHE



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Yield 9 inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 single Whole Wheat Pie Crust
1 medium to large eggplant (about 1 1/4 pounds)
2 cloves garlic pressed
3 tablespoons whole wheat pastry flour
20 sun dried tomatos halved and cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sea salt
TOPPING
1 large tomato cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Roll out the pie crust and drape it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan and flute the edges. 2. Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch-thick rounds and place on a lightly oiled cookie sheet. Bake for 35 minutes or until soft and tender. 3. Place the cooked eggplant in a food processor and blend until smooth. Transfer to a mixing bowl along with the remaining ingredients. Stir well. 4. Spoon the eggplant mixture into the pie crust, top with tomato slices, and sprinkle with basil. 5. Bake on the bottom rack of the oven for 40 minutes or until the crust is brown and the filling is firm. Top with cheese (if using), and bake another 5 minutes until the cheese is melted. 6. Allow the quiche to cool about 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

QUICHE LORRAINE WITH HAM



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I think this must be the original quiche - the old standby from which all others derived. This is a really delicious dish.

Provided by MARTY HOLLINGSWORTH

Categories     Breakfast Quiche

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
⅓ cup finely chopped ham
½ pound Gruyere cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
4 eggs
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground nutmeg
2 cups hot milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Line bottom of unbaked pie shell with diced ham and grated cheese.
  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally until onions are soft. Spread over ham and cheese in pie shell.
  • Beat eggs and add salt and nutmeg to taste. Gradually stir in hot milk and heat this mixture over a low flame until it begins to thicken. Pour into shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until custard is set and golden on top. Let cool before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 181.4 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 544.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Tips:

  • To make the perfect quiche crust, use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour. This will give the crust a flaky and flavorful texture.
  • When sautéing the eggplant, be sure to cook it until it is soft and tender. This will help to ensure that the quiche is evenly cooked.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in your quiche. This will add flavor and depth to the dish.
  • Don't overfill the quiche crust. This will prevent the quiche from cooking evenly.
  • Bake the quiche until the center is set and the crust is golden brown. This will take about 45-50 minutes.
  • Let the quiche cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the quiche to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Eggplant quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its flaky crust, tender eggplant, and flavorful cheese filling, this quiche is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting quiche recipe, give this eggplant quiche a try. You won't be disappointed!

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