Mom's Spinach Quiche Recipe

This easy spinach quiche recipe is a weeknight lifesaver! Quickly mix the ingredients and pop it in the oven for a delicious and satisfying meal ready in under an hour. Incredibly versatile, it welcomes substitutions – use ricotta or cottage cheese (or both!), experiment with different cheeses like Mexican blend or crumbled feta. Inspired by a family favorite, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet always a crowd-pleaser. Elevate it further with a homemade pie crust for an extra special touch! Perfect for busy weeknights or a delightful weekend brunch.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 67 mins
Calories 154.1 kcal
Protein 34g
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Ingredients for Mom's Spinach Quiche

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How to Make Mom's Spinach Quiche

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir in the cottage cheese (or ricotta, or a combination of both).
  4. Add the chopped spinach, mozzarella cheese, and onion.
  5. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish (if using a pie crust, place it in the dish first).
  6. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese (optional).
  7. Bake for 60-67 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

18g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mom's Spinach Quiche?

Mom's Spinach Quiche takes about 87 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 67 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mom's Spinach Quiche?

Mom's Spinach Quiche has approximately 154.1 calories per serving, with about 34 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mom's Spinach Quiche?

The key ingredients for Mom's Spinach Quiche are Frozen Chopped Spinach, Nonfat Cottage Cheese, Eggs, Whole Wheat Flour, Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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