Ina Garten Broccoli Quiche Recipe

This Ina Garten broccoli quiche recipe is a buttery and savory recipe, which uses fresh broccoli florets and rich heavy cream. It’s a perfect breakfast or brunch dish that takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes from start to finish.

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Ina Garten Broccoli Quiche Recipe Ingredients

For the Crust

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, cold and diced
• 3–5 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling

• 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
• 4 large eggs
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup Gruyère or cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

How To Make Ina Garten Broccoli Quiche Recipe

1. Make the dough: In a food processor, pulse flour, butter, and a pinch of salt until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough comes together.
2. Chill the dough: Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3. Roll out and prep the crust: Roll chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan. Press into pan, trim edges, prick bottom with fork, and chill 15 more minutes.
4. Pre-bake crust: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line crust with parchment, add pie weights or dried beans, and bake 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake 5 more minutes. Let cool slightly.
5. Steam broccoli: Steam broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until tender but bright green; let cool slightly.
6. Make custard mixture: Whisk eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using) in a bowl until smooth.
7. Assemble quiche: Spread broccoli in crust, sprinkle cheese over top, then pour custard mixture evenly over filling.
8. Bake quiche: Bake 30–35 minutes at 375°F until set and golden.
9. Cool and serve: Let quiche cool 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use frozen broccoli? Yes, just thaw and drain well before adding to the quiche.
• How do I prevent a soggy crust? Pre-bake (blind bake) the crust and cool slightly before adding filling.
• Best cheese for quiche: Gruyère offers a nutty flavor; cheddar is sharper and equally delicious.
• Can I make the crust ahead? Yes, prepare and chill dough up to 2 days in advance or freeze for a month.
• How to reheat quiche: Warm slices in a 300°F oven for 10–15 minutes to restore crispness.

What To Serve With Broccoli Quiche

This quiche pairs beautifully with light sides for breakfast or brunch:

• Mixed green salad with vinaigrette
• Fresh fruit salad
• Roasted potatoes or hash browns
• Smoked salmon platter

How To Store Broccoli Quiche

Refrigerate: Wrap cooled quiche tightly and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven before serving.

Freeze: Wrap quiche (whole or slices) in plastic wrap, then foil. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in oven.

Broccoli Quiche Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~320 per slice
• Fat: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 11g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 420mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make this quiche crustless?
Yes, simply grease the pan and pour the filling directly into it for a lighter version.

Why is my quiche watery?
Over-steaming broccoli or skipping the pre-bake step can lead to excess moisture in the filling.

Can I substitute milk for heavy cream?
You can, but the texture will be less rich and slightly softer. Whole milk or half-and-half works best as a substitute.

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