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Flavorful Herb Garden Quiche Recipe Easy Homemade with Chive Blossom and Gruyère

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A fresh and comforting quiche featuring chive blossoms and Gruyère cheese, perfect for brunch or a light dinner. This recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flaky crust and creamy herb-infused custard.

Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch (23 cm) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped chive blossoms (or finely chopped chives)
  • 1/4 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, tarragon), finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (to brush the crust)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and set the rack in the middle position.
  2. Prepare the pie crust: gently prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling. Brush the edges with melted butter.
  3. Blind bake the crust: line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges start to turn golden. Remove weights and parchment, then bake 5 minutes more to dry the bottom slightly.
  4. Mix the custard: whisk together 4 large eggs and 1 cup heavy cream until combined but not frothy. Add salt and pepper.
  5. Add herbs and cheese: stir in shredded Gruyère, chopped chive blossoms, and fresh herbs. Fold gently to keep flowers intact.
  6. Pour the filling into the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake the quiche for 30–35 minutes until the center is just set but slightly wobbly and the top is golden.
  8. Cool slightly before serving: let rest for 10–15 minutes to finish setting and make slicing cleaner.

Notes

Blind baking the crust is crucial to prevent soggy bottoms. Do not over-whisk the custard to avoid air bubbles that cause cracks. Fold herbs and cheese gently to keep texture and color. If edges brown too fast, cover loosely with foil. Fresh herbs should be patted dry to avoid watery custard. For gluten-free crust, use almond or oat flour crusts and adjust baking time.

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