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Black Olive Quiche from The Geiger House
This Black Olive Quiche is a savory, custard-style pie made with eggs, cream, cheese, and black olives nestled in a flaky pie crust. Popular in mid-century entertaining, it combines the sharp tang of mustard and Monterey Jack cheese with the rich creaminess of eggs and heavy cream, balanced by the briny bite of sliced black olives. Likely served at luncheons or as an elegant brunch centerpiece, this recipe reflects a blend of comfort and sophistication from a time when quiche was an exotic yet accessible dish for home cooks.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Brunch
Cuisine American, French
Servings 6
Calories 385 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 9-inch pie crust (, unbaked)
  • 1 tbsp mustard
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese (grated )
  • 1 tbsp parsley (chopped )
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup black olives (sliced)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  • Place unbaked pie crust in 9-inch pie pan or quiche pan.
  • Brush the bottom of the crust with mustard.

Step 2: Make the Filling

  • In a bowl, beat eggs until smooth.
  • Add milk and cream, mix well.
  • Stir in grated cheese, parsley, salt, pepper, and sliced olives. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake

  • Pour filling into prepared pie crust.
  • Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 45 minutes, or until center is set.

Step 4: Cool and Serve

  • Let stand for a few minutes before cutting and serving.

Tips

  • Use a homemade pie crust for a flakier, richer texture.
  • Substitute Swiss or Gruyère for Monterey Jack for a more classic French quiche flavor.
  • Add sautéed onions or shallots for extra depth.
  • Replace 2% milk + cream with half-and-half to simplify the dairy component.
  • Add chopped spinach for added color and nutrients.
  • Swap black olives for kalamata olives for a brinier Mediterranean profile.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg for traditional quiche seasoning.
  • Make ahead: Bake, cool, and reheat slices gently in the oven.
  • Use a deep-dish crust if adding additional fillings.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 11gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 168mgSodium: 472mgPotassium: 194mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 983IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 178mgIron: 2mg
Keyword black olives, brunch, comfort food, heirloom recipe, homemade, Quiche, savory pie, vintage recipe
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