SPINACH QUICHE 
PIE SHELL:

1 1/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
4 tbsp. cold water

Stir together flour and salt. Cut in shortening until pieces are the size of small peas. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon water over part of mixture; gently toss with fork. Continue until all is moistened.

Form dough into ball. On lightly floured surface, flatten dough. Roll from center to edge, forming circle about 12 inches. Place into pie plate. Flute edge. Line pastry with foil and bake at 450°F for 5 minutes.

Remove foil and continue baking until golden brown (approximately 5 minutes).

QUICHE:

1/2 lb. bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 lb. cheddar cheese, grated
8 oz. fresh spinach, cooked and drained
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
1 tbsp. flour

Mix ingredients together and pour into warm pie shell. Bake 35 minutes at 350 degrees. Yield 6 servings.

 

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