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broccoli swiss cheese quiche in a wheat germ crust

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Recipe by
Jennifer Helton
@jennipaint
New Port Richey, FL

I have been making this quiche for years, with variations to the filling, but I adore the crust! The wheat germ, butter and parmesan add a nice texture and tang to this traditional quiche recipe. I've been making this quiche since my Freshman year in college when I began my love of cooking. (that was 1981, folks)

(1 rating)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min

Ingredients For broccoli swiss cheese quiche in a wheat germ crust

  • 1/4 c
    melted butter
  • 1/3 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 c
    wheat germ
  • 1 c
    swiss cheese, shredded
  • 3/4 c
    broccoli florets (small pieces, no stems)
  • 4
    eggs
  • 1 c
    half and half
  • 1/8 tsp
    white pepper

How To Make broccoli swiss cheese quiche in a wheat germ crust

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a small bowl, combine the butter, parmesan and wheat germ until mixed thoroughly. Press into a 9" pie plate (preferably glass or ceramic) and press the mixture against the bottom of the plate and up the sides. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • 2
    In a large bowl, with a wire wisk or fork, beat 4 eggs until smooth. Slowly add half & half. Add white pepper and blend well.
  • 3
    Into egg mixture, stir in Swiss cheese, then broccoli. Mix well. Pour into cooled pie crust. Bake for 35 - 40 minutes until lightly browned on top and the center is puffed up and bounces back to the touch. Allow to set up and cool for at least 10 - 15 minutes before slicing.
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