ASPARAGUS CHEESE QUICHE

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The fluffy texture of this quiche practically melts in your mouth! The green asparagus and red tomatoes on top make this a natural for the holidays. -Sheryl Long, Lincolnton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and halved lengthwise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
2 large egg whites
1 large egg
2 tablespoons butter, melted
5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 plum tomato, sliced

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and boil for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place asparagus in ice water. Drain and pat dry. Arrange half of the spears in a spoke pattern in a greased 9-in. pie plate. , In a blender, combine the sour cream, cottage cheese, egg whites, egg and butter; cover and process until smooth. Add 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, flour, baking powder and salt; cover and process until blended. Carefully pour over asparagus. Arrange remaining asparagus in a spoke pattern over the top. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Garnish with tomato. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.