QUICHE FOR ONE

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Quiche for One image

Provided by Judith Jones

Categories     Bake     Ham     Pastry

Yield 1 person

Number Of Ingredients 6

About 2 ounces Pastry Dough (preceding recipe); if frozen, take out in the morning and defrost slowly in the fridge
1 large egg
1/4-1/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
A sprinkling of freshly grated nutmeg
About 1 1/2 slices prosciutto or ham, torn in small bits, or 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°. If the dough is very cold, let it warm up in the kitchen until it feels pliable. Roll it out on a lightly floured board to a circle approximately 9 inches in diameter, and fit it into the small tart form, pressing it firmly around the edges, trimming the overhang. Prick the bottom, then line the pan with foil buttered on its underside and fill it with dried beans or small baking stones. Bake for 10 minutes at 425°, turn down the heat to 375°, remove the foil and beans, prick the bottom again, and bake another 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, as the shell is baking, crack the egg into a measuring cup, and add enough cream to make a scant 1/2 cup. Add the seasonings, and mix well. Scatter the prosciutto, ham, or bacon over the bottom of the tart, and pour in the egg-cream mixture, which will fill the tart shell right up to the top (if you have a little too much, just discard or add it to some scrambled eggs). Place on a Silpat-or foil-lined baking pan and bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let set for about 5 minutes, if you can wait that long before you dive in.
  • Variations
  • A quiche is a great catchall for goodies lurking in the fridge. You can vary the above just by adding a tablespoon or so of grated cheese-Gruyère, aged Cheddar or Gouda, or a French mountain cheese-you name it. Sautéed mushrooms, cooked asparagus, spinach, and zucchini make good fillings, as do cooked seafood, sausage, and spicy meats.

Avery Chuhran
[email protected]

This quiche was a nice change of pace from my usual dinner routine. It was easy to make, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Badsha Shamim
[email protected]

This quiche was perfect for a special occasion. I made it for my birthday brunch, and everyone loved it. The quiche was beautiful, and the filling was delicious.


Anastasia Taylor
[email protected]

This quiche was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a little more seasoning.


Yaseenullah Yaseenullah
[email protected]

This quiche was a great way to use up some leftover vegetables. I used broccoli, zucchini, and mushrooms. The quiche was cooked perfectly, and the filling was packed with flavor.


Abigail Smith
[email protected]

This quiche was amazing! The crust was flaky and buttery, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the cheese and ham. I will definitely be making this again.


Sudip Biswas
[email protected]

This quiche was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a little more milk or cream.


Princess Oluwanifemi AB
[email protected]

This quiche was perfect for a quick and easy lunch. I used a pre-made pie crust, which saved me a lot of time. The quiche was cooked perfectly, and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


GameBrine
[email protected]

This quiche was a nice change of pace from my usual breakfast routine. It was easy to make, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abdulkarim Katongole
[email protected]

I've made this quiche several times, and it's always a hit. I love that I can customize the filling with whatever I have on hand. I've made it with bacon and cheddar, sausage and peppers, and even spinach and feta. It's always delicious!


MR.Triple R JR
[email protected]

This quiche was a bit too eggy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a little more cheese. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


MD Macom
[email protected]

I made this quiche for breakfast, and it was the perfect way to start my day. The quiche was light and fluffy, and the filling was packed with flavor. I especially liked the addition of the cheese and ham.


s_ou3ziz
[email protected]

This was my first time making quiche, and it turned out great! The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I used a pre-made pie crust, which saved me some time. The quiche was cooked perfectly, and the filling was creamy and flavorful.


Khumar Halak
[email protected]

I've made this quiche several times now, and it's always a hit. The recipe is simple to follow, and the results are delicious. I love that I can make it in my toaster oven, so I don't have to heat up my whole kitchen.


xuzeyni DA0056
[email protected]

This quiche was so easy to make. I used a 4-inch tart pan, and it cooked perfectly. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the crust was flaky and buttery. I'll definitely be making this again!