Asparagus Quiche Recipe

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Rub the flour over 1 side of the pie pastry.

Step 2

Arrange the pastry floured side down in a 9-inch tart pan.

Step 3

Press the dough into the pan.

Step 4

Fold the excess dough at the top over 2 times to form a thick edge.

Step 5

Prick the bottom and sides with a fork.

Step 6

Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 7

Cool on a wire rack.

Step 8

Asparagus:

Step 9

Cook the asparagus in boiling salted water in a saucepan for 4 minutes or until tender-crisp.

Step 10

Drain and pat dry.

Step 11

Arrange the spears in spoke-fashion on the bottom of the baked crust, with the tips at the outside.

Step 12

Filling:

Step 13

Beat the half-and-half, eggs, Parmesan cheese, tarragon, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper in a bowl.

Step 14

Pour over the asparagus.

Step 15

Bake at 375 degrees for 35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.

Step 16

Place on a wire rack to cool slightly and set.

Step 17

Serve warm.

Tips

No special items needed.

Asparagus Quiche

Ingredients

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