MONTEREY QUICHE

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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

Time 55m

Yield 2 quiches (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 large eggs
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups 4% cottage cheese
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Dash salt
2 unbaked deep-dish pastry shells (9 inches)

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.