HEARTY ASPARAGUS PIE

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This hearty quiche is as attractive as it is flavorful! It looks complicated to make but is actually a simple recipe. The secret is the crust - it's refrigerated pizza dough that I season with basil and Parmesan cheese. But the asparagus spokes are what make this pie special for the holidays. It almost seems too nice to cut, but we're always glad we did when we taste a slice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 package (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
3 bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
5 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Toss with oil; set aside., In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and basil; sprinkle half over work surface. Place pizza dough on surface; roll into a 12-in. circle. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan mixture; gently press into dough with a rolling pin. Transfer to a greased 9-in. springform pan. Press dough onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of pan. , Line unpricked dough with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 425° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Place on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350°. , In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onion until tender; drain., In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt and nutmeg. Stir in onion and reserved bacon. Toss the Swiss cheese and flour; stir into egg mixture. Pour into the crust. Arrange asparagus in a spoke-like pattern on top. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before removing sides of pan. Cut into wedges.

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YUSUF RUKAYAT AHUOIZA
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a delicious and easy-to-make asparagus pie.


dumb_ dog
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The pie was a bit too dry. I think I'll add more milk or cream next time.


Roda Mohamud
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The pie was a little too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Sabir Naul
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make pie. I will definitely be making it again.


Tanui Leah
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it.


Dua Rajput
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover asparagus. It's also a great dish to serve for brunch.


Habiba Mohammed
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I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this pie. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Md rafi Md rafi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. I served it with a salad and it was a hit.


Zeeshan Ali Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out perfect. I would definitely make it again.


Arslan khaliq
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The pie was a little bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Khaza Rafik
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This pie was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll use less butter next time.


Erochukwu Eze
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I loved the addition of the Gruyère cheese. It gave the pie a nice nutty flavor.


Ishaq Op
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make pie. I used a store-bought pie crust to save time.


Soukaina Zennibi
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The asparagus pie turned out great! The asparagus was tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Kassie Wallace
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I've made this pie twice now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover asparagus.


Kalima Sinayoko
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This asparagus pie was a hit! The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I added a bit of extra cheese to the top and it was perfect.