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Creamy Asparagus Herb Quiche with Gruyere No Crust Easy Recipe

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A silky, crustless quiche featuring fresh asparagus, herbs, and nutty Gruyere cheese, perfect for a quick and impressive brunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound / 450 grams), trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 5 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups (about 150 grams) shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter for sautéing asparagus

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add asparagus pieces and cook for about 3-4 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 5 large eggs and 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream until smooth. Add ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk again to combine thoroughly.
  4. Stir in the chopped tarragon and chives, reserving a small pinch of herbs for garnish. Then fold in 1 ½ cups (150 grams) shredded Gruyere cheese.
  5. Gently fold the sautéed asparagus into the custard mixture.
  6. Lightly grease your 9-inch tart pan or baking dish. Pour the mixture in and spread evenly. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to settle the mixture and remove air bubbles.
  7. Place the quiche in the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden, and the center jiggles slightly when shaken.
  8. Remove from oven and let the quiche cool for at least 10 minutes to finish setting. Garnish with reserved herbs before slicing and serving.

Notes

Bring eggs and cream to room temperature before mixing to avoid curdling. Sauté asparagus before baking to prevent soggy texture. Avoid overwhisking to reduce air bubbles and cracks. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Check doneness around 30 minutes to avoid overbaking.

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Keywords: asparagus quiche, crustless quiche, herb quiche, Gruyere quiche, brunch recipe, easy quiche, gluten-free quiche

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