Description
This Asparagus Pie is a delightful dish that combines fresh asparagus with a creamy, cheesy filling in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pie Crust:
Filling:
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare crust: Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 8–10 minutes.
- Roast asparagus: Toss asparagus with olive oil, roast until tender-crisp.
- Prepare filling: Whisk eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Layer asparagus and Gruyère in crust. Pour egg mixture, sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and golden brown. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- This pie is similar to a quiche and can be customized with bacon, ham, or mushrooms.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
