spinach pie
This spinach pie features a flaky pie crust filled with a savory blend of eggs, fresh baby spinach, and creamy cheeses, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pie crust store-bought or homemade pie crust
- 5 large eggs
- 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
- 9 oz fresh baby spinach, cooked about 8 to 10 ounces
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 0.01 teaspoon ground nutmeg a pinch
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Roll out the chilled pie crust and press it into the bottom of a 10-inch pie dish.
- Prick the pie crust all over with a fork and bake in the oven for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, lightly whisk the eggs and add heavy whipping cream, beating well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cooked spinach with feta and mozzarella cheeses.
- Stir the spinach and cheese mixture into the egg mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
- Pour the egg mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.
- Bake the pie in the oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving; it can be served warm or cold.
Notes
This spinach pie is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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