This light but filling crustless spinach-and-asparagus quiche features plenty of spring vegetables baked with richly flavored Gruyere cheese.
Enjoy a slice for dinner with a salad on the side or as part of a simple spring brunch.
Coat a 9-inch deep-dish pie pan with cooking spray.
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Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook, stirring often, until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
Whisk eggs, half-and-half, mustard, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
Gently stir in the asparagus mixture and cheese; spoon into the prepared pie pan.
Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
The nutrients in these green veggies are also linked with healthier blood pressure and stronger bones.
Eggs are convenient little packages of nutrition.
They offer complete protein, vitamin B12 and choline.
Some good substitutions include Emmentaler or Swiss, Comte, mozzarella or Cheddar.
Note: The container needs to be airtight because the smell will permeate nearly everything in your fridge.
The onion should be good in the fridge for about a week.
you might do so many things with leftover onions.
you’re able to caramelize them and use them on burgers, pizzas or steaks.
Additional reporting byLinda FrahmandCarrie Myers, M.S.
- Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.
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