A delicious and savory quiche filled with pork and leeks.
Pork and Leek Quiche
A delicious and savory quiche filled with pork and leeks.
Ingredients
- 1 ready-made pie crust
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch (23cm) pie dish and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
- Add the sliced leeks and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the leeks are soft and translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the cooked pork and leek mixture evenly over the prepared pie crust. Pour the egg mixture over the top, and sprinkle with shredded Gruyere cheese.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 34gFiber: 1g
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