Irresistibly Easy Crustless Quiche (ina Garten–inspired

• total time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

6 large eggs

1 ½ cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter option)

1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or Swiss/cheddar)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup cooked fillings (choose below)

½ cup diced onion or shallots

1 tbsp butter or olive oil

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Pinch of nutmeg (optional, but very Ina-style!)

Optional fillings:

Spinach (sautéed and drained)

Mushrooms (sautéed)

Cooked bacon or ham

Roasted vegetables (zucchini, peppers, etc.)

Directions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a 9-inch pie dish or baking dish.

Cook aromatics:

In a pan, sauté onions/shallots in butter until soft and lightly golden.

Prepare fillings:

Add your chosen veggies or meats and cook briefly. Remove from heat.

Whisk custard:

In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.

Assemble:

Spread the filling evenly in the dish. Sprinkle cheeses on top.

Pour egg mixture over everything.

Bake:

Bake for 35–40 minutes, until set in the center and lightly golden.

Cool slightly & serve:

Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Tips for Perfection

Don’t skip sautéing veggies—removes excess moisture.

Use high-quality cheese for best flavor.

Let it rest before cutting for clean slices.

Tastes even better the next day!

Serving Ideas

Fresh green salad with lemon vinaigrette

Toasted bread or muffins

Fresh fruit platter

Easy Variations

Mediterranean: Spinach, feta, sun-dried tomatoes

Meat Lover’s: Bacon, sausage, cheddar

Vegetarian: Mushrooms, spinach, caramelized onions