MAKEOVER MONTEREY QUICHE
With its creamy goodness and Southwestern flair, this savory specialty is a definite hit with Pam Pressly's family in Beachwood, Ohio. Our home economists lightened the recipe to replicate the mouthwatering taste with fewer calories. It's perfect for special brunches or lunches with fresh fruit on the side.-Pam Pressly, Beachwood, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 quiches (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, cook onion in butter over medium-low heat until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , In a large bowl, combine 6 egg whites, eggs, cottage cheese, 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese, chiles, flour, baking powder, salt and onion mixture. In a large bowl, beat remaining egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into cheese mixture. Pour into pastry shells. , Bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 610mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
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Raja Nisar
[email protected]This quiche was amazing! It was the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Makale Modise
[email protected]This quiche was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more milk or cream next time.
Thanks Again
[email protected]This quiche was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely make it again.
Summer Forget Your
[email protected]This quiche was delicious! It was perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ashraf Alnassiry
[email protected]This quiche was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either.
fahim mobarak
[email protected]I've made this quiche several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
SSA. Multimedia
[email protected]This quiche was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.
Kamika Forney
[email protected]I made this quiche for a brunch party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.
Tammy Pugh
[email protected]This quiche was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more spices next time.
Miracle Robinson
[email protected]This was my first time making a quiche and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Ekwelike stanley
[email protected]I've made this quiche several times now and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always comes out perfect. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.
Sbo Luthuli
[email protected]This quiche was absolutely delicious! The Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses melted together perfectly, and the vegetables added a nice touch of flavor. I served it with a side salad and it was the perfect meal.