Best Monterey Quiche Recipes
MONTEREY QUICHE
Buttery quiches filled with fresh vegetables and a blend of eggs and cheese are perfect for chilly fall days. And Pam Pressly's version is no exception. The Beachwood, Ohio reader relies on eggs, butter and Monterrey Jack cheese to give the dish rich flavor and a light texture.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 2 quiches (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Pour into pastry shells. , Bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 30 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 32g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 239mg cholesterol, Sodium 692mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 21g protein.
MAKEOVER MONTEREY QUICHE
With its creamy goodness and Southwestern flair, this savory specialty is a definite hit with Pam Pressly's family in Beachwood, Ohio. Our home economists lightened the recipe to replicate the mouthwatering taste with fewer calories. It's perfect for special brunches or lunches with fresh fruit on the side.-Pam Pressly, Beachwood, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 quiches (6 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, cook onion in butter over medium-low heat until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. , In a large bowl, combine 6 egg whites, eggs, cottage cheese, 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese, chiles, flour, baking powder, salt and onion mixture. In a large bowl, beat remaining egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into cheese mixture. Pour into pastry shells. , Bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean and cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 610mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
MONTEREY JACK CHEESE QUICHE SQUARES
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Beat egg substitutes and cottage cheese together in a medium bowl for 2 minutes until smooth.2. Add the flour and baking powder and beat until smooth. Stir in the cheese, green chiles, and red pepper.3. Coat a square 9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray and pour in egg mixture. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until firm.4. Remove the quiche from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes (it will be easier to cut). Cut into squares and transfer to a platter, garnish with parsley sprigs, and serve.EXCHANGES1/2 Starch1 Lean MeatNUTRITION FACTSCalories 75 Calories from Fat 30Total Fat 3 gramsSaturated Fat 2 gramsCholesterol 176 milligramsSodium 176 milligramsTotal Carbohydrate 4 gramsDietary Fiber 0 gramsSugars 1 gramProtein 7 grams
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
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