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Caprese Quiche
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350° F.
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Place the dough into a pie or tart pan and mold into the shape of the dish. Place the pie crust in the freezer for 10 minutes to chill.
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Line the crust with parchment paper and pie weights or dried beans and bake for 15 minutes.
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In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and mozzarella cheese. Gently fold in the basil and cherry tomatoes.
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Pour the filling into the partially baked pie crust and bake an additional for 35 minutes or until golden and cooked through (the center shouldn’t jiggle).
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Allow to cool 15 minutes before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pre-bake Your Crust 🥧Blind bake the pie crust for 8-10 minutes at 375°F before adding the filling to prevent a soggy bottom and ensure a crispy, golden texture throughout.
- Pat Tomatoes Dry 🍅Remove excess moisture from cherry tomatoes by halving them and patting with paper towels—this prevents the quiche from becoming watery and keeps flavors concentrated.
- Layer Basil Strategically 🌿Reserve half your fresh basil to add directly after baking while the quiche is still warm; this preserves its bright, aromatic qualities better than baking it throughout.
- Use a Custard-to-Crust Ratio 🥛Ensure your egg and milk mixture fills the crust only three-quarters full—this prevents overflow during baking and creates a properly set, creamy custard texture.
- Test with the Jiggle Method ✨The quiche is perfectly cooked when the center still has a slight jiggle when gently shaken—it will continue cooking as it cools and ensures a creamy, not rubbery, texture.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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