Savory Mushroom & Spinach Quiche
A dense, custard-rich quiche with earthy mushrooms and vibrant spinach, symbolizing depth and sincerity. This american ready in about 60 minutes pairs spinach, mushrooms, eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, 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
- 10 oz, fresh or frozen spinach
- 12 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 pre-made pie crust dough
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9-inch pie dish with dough; trim edges and prick bottom with a fork.
- Step 2: Sauté mushrooms and garlic in a pan over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened. Add spinach, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes until wilted. Set aside.
- Step 3: Whisk eggs, milk, cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in mushroom-spinach mixture.
- Step 4: Pour into pie crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and set. Let cool slightly before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Mushroom & Spinach Quiche take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Savory Mushroom & Spinach 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 spinach from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Savory Mushroom & Spinach 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 Savory Mushroom & Spinach Quiche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Savory Mushroom & Spinach Quiche?
American american 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
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
