Asparagus Cheddar Quiche Recipe

Name: Asparagus Cheddar Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 partially baked pie shell (10 or 11 inch); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp. dried); 1 lb cooked asparagus, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 cups grated old cheddar cheese; 4 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; nutmeg; cayenne

Servings: persons

1 partially baked pie shell (10 or 11 inch)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp. dried)
1 lb cooked asparagus, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups grated old cheddar cheese
4 eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
nutmeg
cayenne

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Brush the partially baked pie shell with mustard.
3
Reserve.
4
Melt butter.
5
Cook onion until tender but do not brown.
6
Combine onion with dill, asparagus and cheese.
7
Spoon evenly into the pie shell.
8
Beat eggs.
9
Add milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne.
10
Pour the mixture over the asparagus and cheese.
11
Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until just set.
12
Cool 10 minutes before serving.

436

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 partially baked pie shell (10 or 11 inch), 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Asparagus Cheddar Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Asparagus Cheddar Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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