Alpine Wild Mushroom and Gruyère Quiche (Alpen Wildpilz-Gruyère-Quiche)

This Alpen Wildpilz-Gruyère-Quiche (Alpine Wild Mushroom and Gruyère Quiche) is a classic dish from Liechtensteiner cuisine, featuring the rich flavors of wild mushrooms and Gruyère cheese in a savory custard filling, all nestled in a flaky pastry crust.

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Alpine Wild Mushroom and Gruyère Quiche (Alpen Wildpilz-Gruyère-Quiche)

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 1 cup mixed wild mushrooms, such as chanterelles and porcini, chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
  3. Sprinkle the grated Gruyère cheese evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
  4. In a skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and chopped wild mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the mushrooms are tender and any liquid has evaporated, about 8 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  7. Spoon the mushroom mixture over the cheese in the pie crust.
  8. Pour the egg mixture over the mushrooms.
  9. Bake the quiche for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  10. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
15g
Fat
20g

Supplies

9-inch pie dish Skillet Bowl Whisk

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Alpen Wildpilz-Gruyère-Quiche with a side salad of mixed greens dressed with a light vinaigrette for a delightful brunch or lunch.

Tips & tricks

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh thyme or chopped parsley to the quiche before baking.

Cost

$20