Mexican Quiche
This is a great recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner There are never any leftovers when I take it to a potluck
This is a great recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner There are never any leftovers when I take it to a potluck
- Carbohydrate 19.8723748174323 g
- Cholesterol 467.807868200746 mg
- Fat 48.4849138226661 g
- Fiber 0.861038882791047 g
- Protein 40.0286986605826 g
- Saturated Fat 27.4343295089675 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (312g)
- Sodium 1956.05705888148 mg
- Sugar 19.0113359346412 g
- Trans Fat 4.42278369800862 g
- Calories 667 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Butter a 9 x 12 baking dish.
- In large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients together.
- Add the cheese, chiles, and butter.
- Mix well, pour into baking dish.
- Bake 15 minutes at 400 degrees, then reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 20 more minutes
Swapping the standard wheat flour for a measure of cornstarch alters the structural integrity of the crustless base, yielding a denser, distinctly custardy slice that holds its shape well when portioned. Cottage cheese acts as a primary protein source and moisture keeper, breaking down during the bake to create a rich interior without requiring heavy cream. Whisking the ten eggs thoroughly with the baking powder incorporates small pockets of air, which encourages a moderate lift before the high initial heat of 400 degrees Fahrenheit sets the exterior perimeter. When reducing the oven temperature to 350 degrees halfway through the total thirty-five-minute cooking time, watch for the edges to pull slightly from the greased 9x12 baking dish and the center to lose its liquid shimmer. Adjusting the dairy components requires attention to moisture levels, as substituting full-fat ricotta for the cottage cheese changes the curd density and requires draining excess liquid beforehand to prevent a soggy bottom. Cooled portions store safely in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, offering a savory breakfast option that reheats evenly in a moderate oven without losing its foundational texture.
