Description
This Spinach Egg Cheese Pie is a savory, Mediterranean-inspired quiche that combines fresh spinach, creamy mozzarella, tangy feta, and fluffy eggs baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this dish balances rich flavors with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal that’s easy to make and delicious served warm or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 refrigerated pie crust (or homemade)
Filling
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside, ensuring the crust molds evenly to the dish shape.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Spinach: Stir in the roughly chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and let the spinach mixture cool slightly to prevent scrambling the eggs later.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 4 large eggs, whole milk or half-and-half, salt, black pepper, and the optional pinch of ground nutmeg for subtle warmth.
- Add Cheeses and Spinach: Stir the shredded mozzarella and crumbled feta cheeses into the egg mixture. Then fold in the cooled spinach, onion, and garlic mixture, combining well.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the prepared filling into the pie crust in the 9-inch dish, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula for consistent baking.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes to set further before slicing. Serve warm, at room temperature, or cold as preferred.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen spinach by thawing, draining, and squeezing out excess moisture before cooking.
- This pie can be enjoyed warm, room temperature, or cold, making it versatile for any meal time.
- Great for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner option.
- Use half-and-half for creamier texture or whole milk for a lighter filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
