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Crustless Asparagus Quiche for One

Crustless asparagus quiche for one starts with roasted potatoes, asparagus, and onion, then bakes with eggs, cream, and fontina in a small dish.

Crustless Asparagus Quiche for One

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A crustless quiche with roasted potatoes, asparagus, onion, and fontina, baked in a 5-inch dish.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
CourseBreakfast
CuisineAmerican
Servings1 serving
Calories903

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup diced red-skinned potatoes
  • ¾ cup chopped fresh asparagus woody ends removed
  • ½ cup sliced onions
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • ¼ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream
  • ½ cup shredded fontina cheese (about 4 ounces)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Directions
 

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F. On a sheet pan, toss the potatoes, asparagus, onion, and garlic with the oil, half of the salt, and half of the pepper.
  2. Roast for 12 to 15 minutes. Let the vegetables cool a little.
  3. Lower the oven to 350°F and grease a 5-inch square baking dish.
  4. Whisk the eggs, cream, and the remaining salt and pepper. Stir in the cheese and the roasted vegetables.
  5. Pour the mixture into the dish and bake for about 25 minutes, until puffed, set, and lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 567g | Calories: 903kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 67g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Trans Fat: 0.8g | Cholesterol: 625mg | Sodium: 1776mg | Potassium: 1251mg | Fiber: 5.8g | Sugar: 9.5g | Vitamin A: 3082IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 583mg | Iron: 5.9mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving); ¾ cup diced red-skinned potatoes counted as red potatoes, ½ cup shredded fontina cheese counted as cheddar. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.