Spinach and Mushroom Quiche

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) unbaked pastry shell
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 1 (8-ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, spinach, and mushrooms; cook and stir until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, salt, and pepper. Stir in the spinach mixture and cheese.
4. Pour the egg mixture into the pastry shell. Place the quiche on a baking sheet.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Quiche is a French dish traditionally made with eggs, cream, and cheese.
• Quiche can be served hot or cold.
• Leftover quiche can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.