Wholemeal Red and Yellow Pepper Quiche with Pansies

Name: Wholemeal Red and Yellow Pepper Quiche with Pansies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup margarine sunflower, cubed; 1/2 cup water ice cold; 1 x butter for greasing; 1 pinch flour, all-purpose; 1/2 cup butter or margarine; 1 tablespoon sunflower oil; 2 each onions thinly sliced; 1/2 each sweet red bell peppers seeded, thinly sliced; 1/2 each sweet yellow bell peppers seeded, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons pansies purple; 2 large eggs or 3 small; 1/2 cup cheddar cheese or gruyere, shredded; 1 1/4 cups milk; 1 x salt and black pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup margarine sunflower, cubed
1/2 cup water ice cold
1 x butter for greasing
1 pinch flour, all-purpose
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 tablespoon sunflower oil
2 each onions thinly sliced
1/2 each sweet red bell peppers seeded, thinly sliced
1/2 each sweet yellow bell peppers seeded, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons pansies purple
2 large eggs or 3 small
1/2 cup cheddar cheese or gruyere, shredded
1 1/4 cups milk
1 x salt and black pepper

1
First make the flan case; sift the flour and salt into a large bowl and tip in the bran remaining in the sieve.
2
Chop the margarine into the flour with a knife, then gently rub in with your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3
Lift your fingers above the bowl as you rub to keep the mixture light or aerated (Anne's note: I would use a food processor).
4
Add the iced water and mix with a knife until you have a firm dough.
5
Lift out the dough, wrap in cling film (Saran) and chill in the fridge for 5 to 10 minutes.
6
Heat the oven to 350F/180 C/gas 4.
7
On a lightly floured marble or wooden surface, roll out the dough thinly into a circle large enough to line a 8-0/20-24 cm flan dish.
8
Grease the dish and line it with the dough.
9
Set aside.
10
To make the filling, heat the butter and oil in a shallow pan, put in the onions and peppers and sweat (cook) gently until the vegetables are soft but not coloured.
11
Add the pansies.
12
Whisk the eggs and stir in the grated cheese and milk.
13
Season to taste.
14
Pour the onion and pepper mixture into the egg mixture and stir well.
15
Pour into the prepared flan case.
16
Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, raising the heat a little if necessary, until the filling is nicely puffed up and the pastry is beginning to brown.
17
Serve hot or cold.

1085

kcal

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups whole wheat flour, 1 pinch salt, 1/2 cup margarine sunflower, cubed, 1/2 cup water ice cold, and more.

Yes, Wholemeal Red and Yellow Pepper Quiche with Pansies 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!