I had never thought about adding nuts to a savory quiche before – until dining at a local cafe.Their brunch special that day happened to be a walnut quiche.Interesting… for sure.The bitterness of walnuts is not my favorite, but the concept of crunch (you all KNOW my need, desire, and adoration of crunchy texture in…
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I’m still on my lemon kick 🍋🍋🍋!C’mon, it’s summertime! Lemonade stands on every corner, lemon cocktails, lemon cakes, lemon curds, lemon creams, lemon risotto, lemon pasta, and now lemon quiche! Made with sweet and savory honey and black pepper roasted rainbow carrots forming a brilliantly bright chevron design atop the quiche, the filling and crust…
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Simply said: “Quiche is THE BEST!”Really, that’s all there is to say. Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner. Snack.A perfect crust, filled with cheese, egg, and ANYTHING else your heart desires, fits the bill all days, any time of day. Yup. That’s it. Thus, a simple homemade crust, filled with sautéed spinach and eggs, a little cream, Swiss…
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“Quiche is the best!”No kidding! They truly are “Pretty Much THE BEST THING EVER!”I think I’ve told you before – quiche was one of the very first things I learned to bake with my mom and I FONDLY remember that. I’ll cherish those moments with Mom in the kitchen. Thank you, Mom. And, thank you,…
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Apparently, because my version of this traditional French quiche recipe uses maple roasted ham rather than bacon, it cannot be considered a “Quiche Lorraine.” Oh, those darn Frenchmen/women and their strict culinary and viticultural rules. (Actually, I really do LOVE that about France). I like structure and tradition – but I’m also a rule breaker…
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I LOVE sweet potatoes of all kinds. ALL kinds.Naturally sweet, creamy, decadent – that’s all I need to suit my sensibility. Salt and pepper. Bam. That’s the best. Occasionally, I’ll “church it up,” with either Kerrygold butter, almond butter, or coconut butter (or all three – OMG!) But, typically, just the potatoes are sweet and…
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Quiche is one of the very first things I learned to bake – from my dear mama – as a child.I will always cherish that experience with her in the kitchen – as well as my LOVE FOR HER – and the creativity and freedom that the idea of “quiche” creates. We always created a…
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Of course, I like to make all things unique. There’s nothing ordinary about my life, my home, my food, my habits – NOTHING. I’m an eccentric and quirky individual in every and all ways. Take it or leave it. Today, my distinctive taste and creativity led me to create a savory quiche: with a cornflake…
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Let’s face it. Okra is slimy. BUT, it’s SO delicious. IF you can get past the texture, it’s a true delight. And, it’s a bit, “southern.” Thus, a savory quiche made with sautéed onions and okra calls for a little kicky homemade Cajun Seasoning. It’s bold, zesty, rustic, spicy, and spectacular!!!! Cajun Spiced Okra Onion…
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Just like your mind, tofu tastes like and “is” whatever you marinate it in, right?Well, this tofu pie is not marinated, but the sautéed red bell pepper, Monterey Jack cheese, and fresh thyme to the trick. All these things, baked with tofu and eggs into a flaky pie crust make the perfect savory pie: Red…
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