Description
Roasted pumpkin quiche blends French culinary elegance with autumn’s richest flavors. Caramelized onions, creamy gorgonzola, and earthy sage create a luxurious harmony that invites you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups onion, sliced
- 8 sheets phyllo dough, thawed as directed on package
Cheese:
- 2 ounces (56 grams) gorgonzola or other blue cheese, crumbled
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 cup half and half (or a mix of ½ milk and ½ heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Transform sliced onions into a rich, golden delicacy by sautéing in olive oil over medium heat. Allow the onions to soften and develop deep caramel notes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Lower the cooking temperature and introduce water to create a gradual, luxurious caramelization process. Cover the pan and let the onions simmer, developing an intense, mahogany color through patient stirring and occasional liquid replenishment.
- Prepare the pumpkin for roasting by preheating the oven to 350°F. Massage the cubed squash with olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper. Spread the pieces evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring maximum surface exposure for even caramelization.
- Elevate the oven temperature to 375°F for the phyllo crust preparation. Delicately layer phyllo sheets into a greased pie dish, brushing each sheet with olive oil to create a crisp, flaky foundation that will cradle the quiche filling.
- Create a harmonious filling by blending roasted pumpkin, caramelized onions, crumbled gorgonzola, whisked eggs, half and half, and fragrant sage leaves in a large mixing bowl. Ensure all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated for a balanced flavor profile.
- Pour the vibrant mixture into the prepared phyllo crust, allowing the edges to create an artful, rustic appearance. Transfer to the preheated oven and bake until the crust turns golden and the center sets with a gentle wobble.
- Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to rest briefly, letting the filling stabilize and the flavors meld. Slice and serve warm, revealing the layers of caramelized complexity within.
Notes
- Slow-cooked caramelized onions develop a rich, sweet flavor that elevates the entire quiche’s taste profile.
- Roasting pumpkin concentrates its natural sweetness and creates a deeper, more complex vegetable texture.
- Phyllo crust offers a delicate, crispy alternative to traditional pie crusts, adding lightness and unexpected crunch.
- Gorgonzola cheese brings a tangy, bold flavor that perfectly complements the sweet roasted pumpkin and caramelized onions.
- Fresh sage adds an earthy, aromatic dimension that ties together the autumn-inspired ingredients.
- Allow the quiche to rest for 10-15 minutes after baking to help it set and make slicing easier.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg