Leek Quiche
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Ingredients
- 2 large leeks, white and 1" of green thoroughly cleaned
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup heavy cream heated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated Gruyere cheese divided
- 1 unbaked Atkins Pie Crust (see recipe)
Details
Servings 6
Preparation
Step 1
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Thinly cut leek crosswise. In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 6 minutes, until softened. Remove from heat.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs with salt and pepper. Stir in leeks and cream. Sprinkle 3/4 cup of the cheese on bottom of pie shell. Pour egg mixture in shell; sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
Bake 45 minutes, or until just set in middle. Turn on broiler; broil 6 inches from element 2 minutes, just until golden brown.
This recipe yields 6 servings.
Carbohydrates: 10.5 grams
Net Carbs: 8 grams
Fiber: 2.5 grams
Protein: 21 grams
Fat: 13.5 grams
Calories: 344
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