Best 3 Goat Cheese And Leek Quiche Recipes

When the craving for a hearty and comforting dish strikes, look no further than the classic French dish: goat cheese and leek quiche. This savory dish enchants with its creamy interior, crispy crust, and the aromatic blend of tangy goat cheese and earthy leeks. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a brunch entrée, light lunch or elegant dinner accompaniment. With its simple yet flavorful ingredients, the key to a perfect goat cheese and leek quiche lies in finding the right balance of flavors and the perfect combination of ingredients.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GOAT CHEESE AND LEEK QUICHE

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Best brunch quiche ever. Serve with fresh green salad.

Provided by Allyson

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs Quiche

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (9 inch) frozen single pie crust, thawed
3 leeks - white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise, and sliced
3 eggs
½ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prick pie crust all over with a fork; place on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 15 minutes. Remove crust and set aside to cool slightly; reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees (190 degrees C).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and simmer leeks just until tender, about 7 minutes; drain thoroughly.
Whisk eggs, heavy cream, milk, chives, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl. Spread leeks evenly over bottom of pie crust; dot with goat cheese. Pour egg mixture over leeks.
Bake in the preheated oven until puffed, lightly browned, and a sharp knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove to cool until warm or room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 129.3 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 361.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

LEEK AND GOAT CHEESE QUICHE

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The recipe is from America's Test Kitchen, with some minor modifications made by me (highlighted in italics). Goat cheese should be fairly easy to find in any decent supermarket. I found the best value for it at a warehouse club, where they were charging less for a pound of it than a normal grocery store charged for half the amount. Make sure to wash leeks thoroughly, as they can be gritty.

Provided by Columbus Foodie

Categories Savory Pies

Time 55m

Yield 1 quiche, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 medium leeks, washed thoroughly and sliced thinly
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 pinch fresh grated nutmeg
4 ounces mild goat cheese, crumbled
1 (9 inch) partially baked pie crusts, baked until light golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes (warm)

Steps:

Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 375 degrees.
Sauté white parts leeks in butter over medium heat until soft, 10-15 minutes.
Meanwhile, whisk all remaining ingredients except goat cheese in medium bowl.
Spread goat cheese and leeks evenly over bottom of warm pie shell and set shell on oven rack.
Pour in custard mixture to 1/2-inch below crust rim.
Bake until lightly golden brown and a knife blade inserted about one inch from the edge comes out clean, and center feels set but soft like gelatin, 32 to 35 minutes.
Transfer quiche to rack to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.9, Fat 34.7, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 209.3, Sodium 503, Carbohydrate 21.1, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.5, Protein 11

LEEK AND GOAT CHEESE QUICHE

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Categories Egg Bake Vegetarian

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 medium leeks , washed thoroughly and cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
pinch fresh grated nutmeg
4 ounces mild goat cheese broken into 1/2-inch pieces
1 9- inch partially baked pie shell (warm), baked until light golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes, see related recipe

Steps:

1. 1. Adjust oven rack to center position and heat oven to 375 degrees. Sauté white parts leeks in butter over medium heat until soft, 5-7 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk all remaining ingredients except goat cheese in medium bowl. 2. 2. Spread goat cheese and leeks evenly over bottom of warm pie shell and set shell on oven rack. Pour in custard mixture to 1/2-inch below crust rim. Bake until lightly golden brown and a knife blade inserted about one inch from the edge comes out clean, and center feels set but soft like gelatin, 32 to 35 minutes. Transfer quiche to rack to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the quiche will be.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the quiche tough.
Blind-bake the crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
Use a variety of fillings. Quiches can be made with almost any type of filling, so get creative!
Experiment with different types of cheese. Goat cheese is a classic quiche cheese, but there are many other delicious options to try.
Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature. Quiche is delicious either way!

Conclusion:

Goat cheese and leek quiche is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can create a quiche that is sure to impress your friends and family.