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Crustless Broccoli Quiche

A delightful and versatile dish combining the earthy flavor of broccoli with rich, creamy textures, perfect for brunch, light lunch, or family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Brunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 10 oz broccoli florets Cut into smaller pieces for even cooking.
  • ½ cup chopped shallots From about 2 shallots.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Plus more for greasing the pan.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Divided.
  • 6 large eggs Makes the dish hearty without the crust.
  • 1¾ cups heavy cream Contributes a luxurious, creamy texture.
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper Gives a hint of heat.
  • pinch ground nutmeg A subtle spice that warms the flavor.
  • 1½ cups shredded Gruyère Melts beautifully and imparts a nutty flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and position an oven rack in the middle.
  2. Grease a 9-inch deep dish pie plate with butter.
  3. In a large sauté pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the chopped shallots and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add broccoli florets, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and ⅓ cup of water to the sauté pan, and cook until the broccoli is al dente and water has evaporated, about 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, remaining ¾ teaspoon of salt, ground nutmeg, and cayenne pepper.
Assembly
  1. Spread the sautéed broccoli and shallots evenly over the bottom of the greased pie plate.
  2. Sprinkle shredded Gruyère cheese over the vegetables.
  3. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese.
Baking
  1. Place the assembled quiche in the preheated oven and bake for about an hour, or until the custard is set and the top is golden brown.
  2. Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes before slicing it into wedges.

Notes

For added flavor, consider including cooked bacon, diced ham, or cooked spinach. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or feta.