Savory Tomato and Thyme Delight Quiche
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Savory Tomato and Thyme Delight Quiche, a perfect blend of fresh tomatoes, aromatic thyme, and creamy goodness. Inspired by Zambia's abundant tomato and garlic season, this quiche features a delectable crust that cradles a sumptuous filling of fresh ingredients. Whether it's a leisurely brunch or a quick weekday meal, this dish is guaranteed to impress even those who claim they don’t like quiche. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it's best served warm or chilled, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. Don’t forget, if you have extra filling, it can be transformed into a delightful scrambled egg breakfast!
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Servings
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Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
1 cup (plain)
salt
1/16 teaspoon (to taste)
baking powder
3/4 teaspoon (dry)
cold butter
1/4 cup (cubed)
egg yolks
2 (beaten)
cold water
3-4 tablespoons (as needed)
cheese
1/3 cup (sliced or shredded (provolone or cheddar))
sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup (fresh)
garlic cloves
2 (minced)
large eggs
3 (beaten)
egg white
from crust (leftover)
salt
3/4 teaspoon (to taste)
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
sour cream
1/2 cup (plain)
milk
1/3 cup (plain)
medium tomatoes
1 (sliced)
thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons (dried)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Tomato and Thyme Delight Quiche?
It is a flavorful quiche featuring fresh tomatoes, aromatic thyme, and a creamy filling in a delectable crust, inspired by Zambia's tomato season.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the abundant tomato and garlic season in Zambia.
What are the primary flavors in this dish?
The dish features a blend of fresh tomatoes, aromatic thyme, and savory garlic.
Is this quiche suitable for people who don't like quiche?
Yes, the description states it is guaranteed to impress even those who claim they don’t like quiche.
Can this quiche be served cold?
Yes, it is versatile and can be served either warm or chilled.
When should I serve this quiche?
It is perfect for a leisurely brunch or a quick weekday meal.
How can I use extra quiche filling?
Extra filling can be transformed into a delightful scrambled egg breakfast.
What kind of cheese is recommended?
You can use 1/3 cup of sliced or shredded cheese, such as provolone or cheddar.
How many eggs are needed for the filling?
The filling requires 3 beaten large eggs plus the leftover egg white from the crust.
What ingredients are in the crust?
The crust is made of flour, salt, baking powder, cold butter, egg yolks, and cold water.
How much flour is used for the crust?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of plain flour.
Should the butter for the crust be cold?
Yes, you should use 1/4 cup of cold, cubed butter.
Is baking powder used in this recipe?
Yes, 3/4 teaspoon of dry baking powder is used in the crust.
How many egg yolks are in the crust?
The crust uses 2 beaten egg yolks.
How much water is added to the crust dough?
Use 3-4 tablespoons of cold water as needed.
Does the recipe include mushrooms?
Yes, it includes 1/3 cup of fresh sliced mushrooms.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe requires 2 minced garlic cloves.
What type of thyme should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 teaspoons of dried thyme.
How much sour cream is in the filling?
The filling includes 1/2 cup of plain sour cream.
How much milk is used in the quiche?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of plain milk.
How many tomatoes are needed?
One medium tomato, sliced, is used in the recipe.
What seasonings are used in the filling?
The filling is seasoned with 3/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
What happens to the egg white from the crust?
The egg white is saved and added to the quiche filling.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, the recipe is described as easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Can I use provolone cheese?
Yes, provolone is one of the recommended cheeses for this quiche.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is described as sumptuous and creamy.
Are the mushrooms fresh or canned?
The recipe specifically calls for fresh sliced mushrooms.
How much salt is in the crust?
The crust uses 1/16 teaspoon of salt, or to taste.
Is the garlic minced or whole?
The 2 garlic cloves should be minced.
What size are the eggs used in the filling?
The recipe uses 3 large eggs.