Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 pre-made whole-wheat pie crust (or homemade)
For the Filling:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or cream (preferably low-fat for a lighter option)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, wilted
- 4 strips lean bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Crust:
If using a pre-made crust, line a 9-inch pie dish with the crust. Pre-bake for 5–7 minutes to ensure a crispy bottom.
Cook the Bacon:
Fry bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and let cool, then crumble into small pieces.
Wilt the Spinach:
In the same skillet, sauté the spinach for 1–2 minutes until wilted. Drain any excess moisture.
Whisk the Egg Mixture:
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
Assemble the Quiche:
Spread the cooked spinach and bacon evenly across the crust. Pour the egg mixture over them, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake:
Place the quiche in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
Cool and Serve:
Let the quiche rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Pregnancy Tip: Ensure all ingredients, including bacon and eggs, are thoroughly cooked for food safety.
- Variation: Swap bacon for turkey bacon or leave it out for a vegetarian option.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a cauliflower-based crust instead of traditional pastry.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Breakfast, Pregnancy-Friendly
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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