My first grandson was born in August. My daughter’s friend Miki brought over an amazing quiche to enjoy during those first postpartum days at home. It was such a blessing to their new little family! Miki was kind enough to share her oh so delicious recipe with us. I know this one will be enjoyed over and over again by our family. I hope you enjoy it too!

Thank you Miki!

Ingredients

1 premade pie crust

5-6 slices of bacon, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

1 zucchini , grated

3 eggs

3/4 cup egg whites

1/2 cup cottage cheese

3/4 – 1 cup shredded cheese (I like Trader Joe’s Swiss and Gruyère mix)

2-3 T chopped chives

1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

Pinch nutmeg

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
2. Cook pie crust for 8-10 minutes ( not fully cooked)
3. Cook bacon in frying pan until crispy, then set aside
4. Discard half of the bacon fat and then cook the onions until soft. Add zucchini + salt and cook off moisture
5. Add chopped bacon back into pan. 
6. In a small bowl, mix eggs, egg whites, Italian seasoning and nutmeg with a wire whisk. 
7. Assemble the quiche: pie crust…bacon, onion, zucchini mixture…chives…cheeses…egg mixture. 
8. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes or until center is set. Be careful not to burn. 
9. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. 
10. Enjoy for breakfast or brunch or add a green salad and make it dinner.