Conquistador Quiche
Embark on a culinary adventure with this flavorful Conquistador Quiche, a vibrant twist on the classic recipe inspired by bold Spanish flavors. This savory dish features a golden pre-made pie crust filled with a rich mixture of spicy chorizo sausage, creamy Manchego cheese, sweet roasted red peppers, and fresh spinach. The filling is brought together with a silky blend of eggs, half-and-half cream, and a dash of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky kick. Perfectly baked to a golden hue, this quiche is a show-stopping centerpiece for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Easy to make in just under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be served warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for any gathering or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pre-made pie crust
- 150 grams Chorizo sausage
- 100 grams Manchego cheese, shredded
- 100 grams Roasted red peppers, diced
- 50 grams Fresh spinach
- 4 Eggs
- 250 milliliters Half-and-half cream
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9-inch pie dish by placing the pre-made pie crust into it, pressing it gently into the sides. Trim any excess crust.
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half cream, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Spread the cooked chorizo evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Layer the roasted red peppers, fresh spinach, and shredded Manchego cheese on top of the chorizo.
Pour the egg mixture over the filling, making sure it spreads evenly throughout the pie dish.
Place the quiche on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.4 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.9 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1067 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 6097 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.2 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 110.2 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 1177 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1119 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
