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☕️ Bite-Sized Sundays: Quiche - The Ultimate Make-Ahead Meal

Published 19 days ago • 1 min read

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Happy Sunday, Friends.

This Week: A collection of quiche recipes for every occasion, from weekend brunch to weeknight dinner solutions.

"One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well." - Virginia Woolf

Is there anything more versatile than a good quiche? I love how they bridge the seasons - substantial enough for cooler days but equally delicious at room temperature when things warm up. And they work for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with just a simple side salad.

🌟 Recipe of the Week: Sausage Quiche​

This savory quiche balances rich, seasoned sausage with a silky egg custard for a satisfying meal any time of day. The video shows exactly how to achieve that perfectly flaky crust and creamy filling. Make this on a Sunday, and you'll have breakfast or lunch ready to go for days.

Difficulty: Easy
​Prep time: 15 minutes
​Perfect for: Weekend brunch or meal prep for the week ahead

🎯 Quick Hits

Trending Taste: Quiche Florentine with frozen spinach is making a comeback. This shortcut ingredient saves time without sacrificing flavor, proving that simple can be spectacular.

Back to Basics: Breakfast Quiche is endlessly customizable. Start with the basic recipe, then add whatever cheese, vegetables, or proteins you have on hand. It's the perfect canvas for your culinary creativity.

Did You Know? Quiche originated in Germany, not France as many believe. The word "quiche" comes from the German "kuchen," meaning cake. The dish became popular in the Lorraine region of France, giving us the classic Quiche Lorraine.

🎨 Food for Thought

The versatility of quiche makes it one of the most practical dishes in your cooking repertoire. It's equally delicious hot, room temperature, or cold, meaning you can make it when convenient and serve it when needed. This flexibility makes it perfect for our increasingly busy lives, where having good food ready when hunger strikes means we're less likely to reach for less nutritious options.

More Quiche Recipes to Try:

Pro tip: Let your quiche rest for 10-15 minutes after baking - it allows the filling to set completely and makes for cleaner slices.

👩‍🍳 What's Cooking Next Week Coming Wednesday: NEW: Lamb Bolognese - a rich, flavorful twist on the classic Italian sauce that'll make your pasta night

All my best,

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