Mushroom, Spinach and Ham Tarts-Quiches

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 0
Mushroom, Spinach and Ham Tarts-Quiches
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup plain flour
4 tablespoons unsalted butter ( chilled and cut into pieces )
3 tablespoons water ( chilled )
1/4 teaspoon salt
olive oil
100 g mushrooms ( trimmed , cut into bite size pieces )
1 onion ( coarsely chopped )
2 cups spinach leaves ( if large coarsely chop , tightly packed )
50 g ham ( chopped )
50 g cheese ( tasty or cheddar grated )
1/2 cup thickened cream ( double cream )
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper ( freshly ground )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
254
Sugar
1g
Fat
22g
Mushroom, spinach, and ham tarts are a classic quiche that is savory, filling, and delicious. These little tarts are perfect for breakfast on the go, a cozy brunch, or a light lunch. The pastry shell is crumbly and buttery, while the filling inside is a mixture of sautéed mushrooms, onions, spinach, and chopped ham all bound together with a rich and creamy egg custard. The tarts are topped off with grated cheese, which gives an extra depth of flavor. These tarts are best served hot or cold, with a side salad or potato wedges.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Grease a 12 hole muffin tin.
2.In a large bowl, mix the plain flour, butter, ¼ teaspoon salt and water together to form a dough. Knead it lightly and roll out into a circle.
3.Cut the circle into 12 equal pieces and press each one into the muffin tin holes.
4.In a large pan, add olive oil. Then add mushrooms and cook for five minutes. Add onion and cook for two minutes. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and stir in ham.
5.Place the mixture evenly in each tart.
6.Whisk cream, eggs, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the mixture in each tart.
7.Sprinkle cheese on top of each tart.
8.Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
9.Serve hot or cold.

PROS

Mushroom, Spinach and Ham Tarts-Quiches are a scrumptious breakfast recipe that is easy to prepare, filling, and can be eaten on the go.
They are also a great way to sneak veggies into breakfast!

CONS

These tarts are high in calories, fat and cholesterol.
If you are looking for a low-carb version, swap out the pastry for a low-carb option, such as almond flour or coconut flour.
It can also be time-consuming to prepare the ingredients for the filling.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These tarts are packed with vegetables such as mushrooms, spinach, and onions, which are full of essential vitamins and minerals for optimal health. The spinach in the recipe is also rich in iron, which is essential for healthy blood cells and energy production. Additionally, ham is a good source of protein which is essential for growth and development in the body. However, it’s important to consume these tarts in moderation as they are high in cholesterol and fat.

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