Bake With Bizzy -- Mini-Spinach & Avocado Quiches



I had leftovers from the holidays for tonight's dinner but I came across this recipe on That Skinny Chick Can Bake and on Jovina Cooks Italian and I must have been programmed to make it because I did, despite the fact, I had no need to cook tonight.


I have no regrets. These little muffin like quiches are delicious and go with almost anything. I did make some changes to make these kosher (no meat and dairy at the same meal). I also had no mushrooms so I subbed avocado

Individual Spinach and Avocado Quiches

1 small onion, diced
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained and squeezed dry
Olive oil
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 avocado, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
A few gratings of fresh nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 container (15 ounces) whole milk ricotta cheese
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 eggs, lightly beaten

Preheat oven to 350°. Spray 12 muffin pan cups with nonstick cooking spray.

In a skillet, cook and stir onion and red bell pepper for a few minutes or until tender. Add avocado, spinach, pepper, nutmeg and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat about 3 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Remove from heat.

Combine ricotta, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in large bowl. Add eggs and mix well. Add cooled spinach mixture; mix well.

Divide mixture evenly among prepared muffin cups. Bake 25 minutes or until filling is set. Let stand 10 minutes. Run a knife around perimeter of quiches to help release. Serve .

Makes 12 small "muffins".

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Comments

  1. Aunt BMay 30, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    Thank you for the invitation to participate in your linky party. I've linked my recipe for Cheddar Corn Muffins.

    I've been enjoying your blog. Lots of good recipes here. :)

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  2. ZoeMay 30, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    These mini quiches are great lunch box idea! This recipe will be added into my lunch box recipe collection :D

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  3. WinnieMay 31, 2012 at 1:30 AM

    Thanks sooooooo much for featuring my Romanian Yeast-Cake :):)
    I'm so glad you liked it

    Your mini quiches sound very(!) interesting as I've never eaten something with cooked avocado. We love spinach so I'll have to try it

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  4. Natural Mothers NetworkMay 31, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    A pleasure as always to share my posts with your linky! Have a wonderful week! Rebecca @ Natural Mothers Network ( Seasonal Celebration Sunday) x

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  5. UnknownMay 31, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    Thanks for inviting me to your party and thanks for hosting!

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  6. lenaMay 31, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    hi chaya, i've never tried cooking an avocado, not even an avocado cake. YOur mini quiches are looking scrumptious!

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  7. Ambreen (Simply Sweet n Savory)June 1, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    These quiches look absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much for hosting and inviting me over!

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  8. MonetJune 1, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    What delicious little quiches! Thanks for sharing, sweet friend! I hope you have a beautiful day. Thanks for making mine more delicious!

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  9. TinaRBKJune 1, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    These quiches do make for a great brunch. Love the way they are just brimming with spinach and cheese. Well done.
    Sweet of you to invite me over Chaya, but due to time factors I do not participate in link parties. Wish I did have the time that it takes to participate and reciprocate to all the entrants though. Enjoy the day!

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  10. April J HarrisJune 1, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Your quiches sound so good! I love that they are crustless, much healthier! Thank you for sharing them and for hosting.

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  11. jovinaJune 1, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Yummy looking cookies and thanks for visiting my site, http://jovinacooksitalian.com/

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  12. mjskitJune 1, 2012 at 11:43 PM

    What awesome little quiches! so good! Love the featured items as well. Thanks for hosting and have a great weekend!

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  13. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeJune 2, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Oh, I'm so glad my recipe inspired you! I'm loving the addition of avocado! YUM.

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  14. Diane BalchJune 2, 2012 at 2:39 PM

    I have never heard of avocado in quiche but it makes so much sense. Beautiful little pies. Thanks you for sharing this on foodie friday. I will post your party on my party page.

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  15. Laureen @FoxKitchenJune 2, 2012 at 4:42 PM

    Chaya, thank you for featuring my White Chocolate Macadamia Almond Cookies. They were a real hit at our golf tournament, disappearing before all the other gluten-ful cookies. Dispelling the myths that gluten free must be tasteless and boring.

    Your quiches look really good. I've never baked avocado but I have made chocolate pudding and the Fudgesicles that I linked up this week.

    Be well!

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  16. My Little SpaceJune 3, 2012 at 11:19 PM

    HOwdy Chaya! Thanks for the invitation. Hmmm..mm.. all the baked stuffs look great. Keep me drooling! Hope you're having a great week ahead, dear. ((hugs))
    Blessings
    Kristy

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  17. kitchen flavoursJune 5, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Hi Chaya, Your spinach and avocado quiche looks delicious, perfect for lunch! I have not tried baking with avocado before, well there's always a first time!
    I've just linked a meatless tart, perfect for lunch! Thank you for hosting! wish you a wonderful week!

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  18. UnknownJune 7, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    Yum! These healthy breakfast bites sound delish!!! Thanks for sharing on Fit and Fabulous Fridays!!

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