Cheddar Cauliflower Quiche Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time35 MinCooking Time50 Min
Ready In1 Hr 25 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
MethodSpeciality
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 All purpose flour1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Salt1/4 Teaspoon
 Shortening1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Cold milk3 Tablespoon
 Cauliflower4 Cup (16 tbs), cooked
 Slivered almonds1/2 Cup (16 tbs), toasted
 Eggs2
 Milk1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Mayonnaise1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Shredded Cheddar cheese1/2 Cup (16 tbs), divided
 Ground nutmeg1/8 Teaspoon
 Pepper1/8 Teaspoon

Directions

In a bowl, combine flour and salt.
Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in milk until mixture forms a ball.
Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Unwrap dough.
On a floured surface, roll out to fit a 9-in pie plate.
Place in pie plate; flute edges.
Line unpricked pastry with a double thickness of foil.
Bake at 450° for 5 minutes.
Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer.
Spoon cauliflower into crust; top with almonds.
In a blender, combine eggs, milk, mayonnaise, 1-1/4 cups cheese, nutmeg and pepper; cover and process until smooth.
Pour over almonds; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
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