Philly Brunch Quiche Food

PAIGE'S QUICHE

Steps:

• Set a large skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter. Fry the onions in the skillet, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Add the red and green bell peppers and continue to cook until the onions are deep golden brown, at least another 5 to 10 minutes (maybe longer). Set aside to cool.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface and press it into a large, fluted, deep tart pan (or a deep-dish pie pan).
• Whip the cream, eggs and some salt and pepper in a large bowl, then mix in the cheese, ham and onion-pepper mixture. Pour into the pie crust.
• Put the pan on a rimmed baking sheet, cover lightly with aluminum foil and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking until the quiche is set and the crust is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes longer. (The quiche will still seem slightly loose, but will continue to set once removed from the oven.) Allow to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting.
• If using a tart pan, remove the quiche from the pan. Cut into slices with a sharp serrated knife and serve!
• In a large bowl, gradually work the shortening and butter into the flour with a pastry cutter until it resembles a coarse meal, 3 to 4 minutes. In a small bowl, beat the egg with a fork and pour it into the flour/shortening mixture. Add the cold water, white vinegar and salt. Stir together gently until the ingredients are incorporated.
• Separate the dough into 2 pieces and place each piece into a large ziptop bag. Using a rolling pin, slightly flatten each ball of dough into a disc (about 1/2 inch thick) to make rolling easier later. Seal the bags and place them in the freezer until you need them. If you will be using the dough immediately, it's still a good idea to put it in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes to chill.
• The dough can be wrapped in plastic wrap for storage; it will keep up to a week in the fridge or up to 6 months in the freezer.

THE OLD BARN INN BREAKFAST/BRUNCH QUICHE

Steps:

• Fry sausage and crumble into small pieces. Drain and pat dry.
• Line a 9 x 13 inch oblong pan with both packages of crescent rolls, pressing ends together to form a crust.
• Beat eggs with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix in cheese and milk and pour over crust. Top with crumbled sausage.
• Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35-45 minutes. Top should be slightly golden and firm to the touch.

PHILLY CREAM CHEESE BRUNCH QUICHE

Steps:

• On a lightly-floured surface, roll pastry to a 12" circle. Place in 10" pie plate.
• Turn under edge and flute. Prick bottom and sides of pastry with fork and bake at 400 for 12 to 15 minutes or until pastry is lightly browned.
• Combine cream cheese and milk in saucepan. Stir over low heat until smooth.
• Gradually add cream cheese mixture to eggs, mixing until well blended.
• Saute onions in butter.
• Add onions and remaining ingredients to cream cheese mixture and mix well.
• Pour into pastry shell and bake at 350 for 35 to 40 minutes or until set.
• Garnish with ham slices and fresh dill, if desired.

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK QUICHE

Steps:

• Prepare the unbaked pie shell. Preheat the oven to 375F. Preheat a 10-12" skillet on medium heat.
• Grease the skillet with oil/butter (your choice, but I prefer butter) and add the sliced onion and green pepper. Cook the onions and peppers until they are tender (not mushy) - about 10 minutes.
• While the skillet is busy, beat the eggs and milk together, and blend in the nutmeg, 1/2 tsp. salt and some ground black pepper.
• Add the deli roast beef, worchestshire sauce and garlic to the skillet and stir while continuing to cook another 3-5 minutes. (Taste the filling and check the seasoning!) Remove the filling from the skillet when finished and allow to cool for 5 minutes before adding to the custard mixture.
• Add to the custard mixture the meat/veggie filling and grated cheese. Mix well and pour into the pie shell.
• Bake the quiche for 45 minutes at 375F. Use a clean sharp knife to test for doneness (poke the center and see if it comes out clean). The center should not jiggle. (If not done - continue cooking another 5-10 minutes.)