Banker's Brunch Quiche
A flaky, savory quiche filled with smoked salmon, dill, and a creamy egg mixture. This french-inspired seafood ready in about 75 minutes pairs pre-made sheet Pastry dough, large Eggs, Milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made sheet Pastry dough
- 4 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 lb Smoked salmon
- 1 tbsp, chopped Dill
- 1 cup, shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 2 tbsp Flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out pastry dough and line a 9-inch pie dish. Trim excess dough and crimp edges.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk 4 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Spread 1 tbsp butter in the pastry shell. Add 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, 1/2 lb smoked salmon, 1 tbsp chopped dill, and 2 tbsp flour. Mix gently.
- Step 4: Pour egg mixture over the cheese mixture. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup Gruyere on top.
- Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a knife inserted comes out clean. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Banker's Brunch Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (40 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Banker's Brunch Quiche?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pre-made sheet pastry dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Banker's Brunch Quiche?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Banker's Brunch Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Banker's Brunch Quiche?
French seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
