Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures a perfectly baked crust.
- Step 2: Unroll the refrigerated pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges as desired. You can prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- Step 3: In a skillet, melt the 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the chopped sweet red pepper and chopped green onions. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Step 4: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups of half-and-half, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until combined.
- Step 5: Add the sautéed vegetables, 3/4 cup of flaked imitation crab meat, and 1/2 cup of shredded Swiss cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- Step 6: Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Swiss cheese on top.
- Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Step 8: Allow the Easy Crab Quiche to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- To keep the crust from getting too brown, you can cover the edges with foil during baking.
- Don’t skip the cooling step! This helps the quiche set properly and makes slicing easier.
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or cheese!
