Carrot Cashew Quiche

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One of my mom's favorites for buffets or brunches and afternoon lunches. Served with a nice salad, this is a nice light meal.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 cup sliced carrots

  • 1 cup cashews

  • ½ cup honey

  • 3 eggs

  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream

  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 1 (9 inch) pie crust

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots and cashews, and cook until carrots are tender and cashews are golden brown. Mix in the honey.

  3. In a bowl, beat together the eggs, heavy cream, nutmeg, and salt.

  4. Evenly spread the cheese in the bottom of the pie crust. Layer the carrot mixture over the cheese, and top with the egg mixture.

  5. Bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

586 Calories
47g Fat
34g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 586
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 47g 61%
Saturated Fat 23g 117%
Cholesterol 175mg 58%
Sodium 468mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 20g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Calcium 154mg 12%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 254mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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