2 tbsp. minced shallots or green onions
1/4 lb. (1 c.) crabmeat or shrimp or lobster
Pinch of pepper
3 tbsp. butter
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. Madeira or dry white vermouth

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook shallots or onions in butter for 1-2 minutes over moderate heat until tender, but not browned. Add meat and stir gently for 2 minutes. Sprinkle on salt and pepper. Add wine, raise heat and boil for a moment. Allow to cool slightly. 1 tbsp. tomato paste Pinch of pepper 1/4 c. grated Swiss cheese 1 c. whipping cream 1/4 tsp. salt 8" partially cooked pastry shell on a baking sheet

Beat eggs in bowl with the cream, tomato paste and seasoning. Gradually blend in the shellfish and taste for seasoning. Pour mixture into pastry shell and sprinkle cheese over it. Bake in upper third of preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until quiche has browned or puffed.