Mushroom Quiche Or Gratin – Adapted From Julia Chil

Name: Mushroom Quiche Or Gratin – Adapted From Julia Child
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 inch) pastry shells (for quiche); 1 lb sliced mushrooms; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 2 tablespoons yellow onions or 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 3 eggs; 1 1/2 cups milk (orig recipe used cream, can even use skim milk); 1 pinch nutmeg; 1 pinch pepper; 1/4 cup grated swiss cheese

Servings: persons

1 (8 inch) pastry shells (for quiche)
1 lb sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons butter
2 2 tablespoons yellow onions or 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk (orig recipe used cream, can even use skim milk)
1 pinch nutmeg
1 pinch pepper
1/4 cup grated swiss cheese

1
To partly bake the pastry shell: Bake in middle of oven at 400 degrees F. for 8-9 minutes.
2
To make the mushroom filling:
3
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place oven rack in upper third of oven.
4
Saute mushrooms in butter until they exude their juices, the liquid evaporates and the mushrooms are starting to brown slightly.
5
Mix together mushrooms, onion, salt and lemon juice; set aside.
6
Beat together eggs, milk, nutmeg and pepper. Gradually stir in mushroom mixture. Check seasoning.
7
Pour into pastry shell. Sprinkle cheese on top. Place on baking sheet.
8
Bake 25-30 minutes or until puffed and browned.

295

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 inch) pastry shells (for quiche), 1 lb sliced mushrooms, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 2 tablespoons yellow onions or 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mushroom Quiche Or Gratin – Adapted From Julia Child 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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Mushroom Quiche Or Gratin – Adapted From Julia Child

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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