Kookoo Sabzi (Persian Herb Quiche)

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   Preheat oven to 350u00b0F and adjust rack to upper-middle position.

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   In a small bowl combine:

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   4 strands of saffron , crushed

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   1 TBS hot water

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   In a large bowl stir together:

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   1 small leek , rinsed & chopped

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   1 cup chopped parsley, American , packed (approx. 1 bunch)

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   1/4 cup chopped cilantro, fresh , packed

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   1/4 cup chopped dill, fresh , packed

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    1/2 cup chopped spinach, fresh , packed

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    2 tsp fenugreek, dried

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    1/4 cup walnuts , chopped

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    2 TBS barberries , *

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    1 TBS all-purpose flour

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    1/2 tsp baking soda

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    2 TBS vegetable oil

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    1 tsp salt

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    1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

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    In a separate bowl, whisk together with the saffron mix:

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    8 eggs, large

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    Mix in eggs with the vegetable mix.

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    Spray 9-inch ceramic pie dish with cooking spray.

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    Pour egg mixture into prepared pie dish.

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    Bake for 40 minutes, until a toothpick stuck in the center comes out clean.

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    Let it cool for 15 minutes prior to serving. Or cool completely and serve at room temperature.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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