Tomato And Basil Quiche Recipe

Name: Tomato And Basil Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pastry; 1 cup flour; 90 g butter; 1 egg yolk; 1 tablespoon lemon juice (approx); Filling; 30 g butter; 1 leek; 3 eggs; 300 ml whipping cream; 3/4 cup grated cheese; 3 small ripe tomatoes; 3/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/2 cup chopped parsley; salt; pepper; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

Pastry
1 cup flour
90 g butter
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon lemon juice (approx)
Filling
30 g butter
1 leek
3 eggs
300 ml whipping cream
3/4 cup grated cheese
3 small ripe tomatoes
3/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup chopped parsley
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

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--------Pastry-----------.
2
Sift flour into bowl, rub in butter, add egg yolk and enough lemon juice to mix to firm dough.
3
Cover.
4
Refrigerate 30 minutes.
5
Roll out to fit 23 cm flan tin, trim edges.
6
Line tin with greaseproof paper, fill with dry beans or rice, bake in mod hot oven for 10 minutes.
7
Remove paper and beans, return to oven and bake a further 5 minutes.
8
----------Filling--------------- 1/4.
9
Melt butter in pan, add sliced leek, cook until tender.
10
Combine eggs, cream and cheese in bowl, add leek, pour into pastry case.
11
Peel tomatoes, cut into 1 cm slices.
12
Roll edge of tomato slices in combined basil and parsley, place on top of leek mixture.
13
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and grated parmesan.
14
Bake in moderate oven for 30 minutes.

873

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pastry, 1 cup flour, 90 g butter, 1 egg yolk, and more.

Yes, Tomato And Basil 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tomato And Basil Quiche

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Variations & substitutions

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