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    Published: Sep 27, 2022 · Modified: Feb 8, 2023 by Genevieve · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Leek & Squash Quiche

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    This Leek & Squash Quiche features warm butternut squash, tangy goat cheese, and earthy rosemary for a beautiful, shareable savory dish perfect for breakfast, brunch with friends, lunch, or dinner.

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    One of my mom's favorite foods in the world is quiche. She could eat it for breakfast every day and be happy as a clam. With her in mind, and as the seasons change, I developed a quiche perfect for the coming fall and winter months.

    Warm, slightly sweet butternut squash pairs perfectly with savory leeks and rosemary, buttery pie crust, and bright, tart goat cheese for a combination of complementary flavors you'll crave.

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    What You'll Need

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    • Pie Crust Choose your favorite pre-made pie crust for this recipe or make your crust from scratch.
    • Butternut Squash Prepare this recipe for sautéed butternut squash to have on hand for this quiche.
    • Leeks White and light green parts only and very well cleaned! Be sure to rinse under running water, separating the leaves to ensure all of the grit and sand is removed.
    • Goat Cheese I like to buy pre-crumbled goat cheese.
    • Garlic Fresh is always my preference.
    • Eggs I used large eggs for this recipe.
    • Fresh Rosemary I'm not a big fan of dried rosemary. It has a tendency to be a bit poke-y in texture, which I find unpleasant. If you'd like to replace the fresh rosemary, use a bit of fresh or dried thyme.
    • Milk Full-fat milk is best here.
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil Or butter or pan spray would be fine here. You'll just want to lightly coat your pie tin to make it easier to remove the quiche from the tin when ready.
    • Kosher Salt I always recommend using kosher salt in recipes. It is easier to control the saltiness and it coats food more evenly.
    • Pepper I like fresh cracked black pepper here.

    How to Cook

    Step One Cook the butternut squash as detailed in this sautéed butternut squash recipe.

    Cubed butternut squash is shown sautéeing in a pan sprinkled with salt, garlic powder, and cayenne.

    Step Two Slice, thoroughly clean, and sweat the leeks in olive oil over medium to medium-low heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute or so until soft.

    sliced leek and minced garlic sit on a white cutting board.
    Sweated sliced leek and chopped garlic are shown in a white frying pan.

    Step Three Prepare your pie dish by brushing with olive oil, spraying with pan spray, or greasing with a bit of butter.

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your pie crust in the dish. Once the oven is up to temperature, poke the pie crust all over with a fork, then bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.

    a pie crust with fork many fork indentations is shown in a white pie plate.
    A blind baked pie crust sits on a white marble counter.

    Step Four Beat the eggs and milk in a bowl with the rosemary, salt, and pepper.

    Beaten egg, milk, and chopped rosemary are shown in a metal bowl with a red whisk.

    Step Five Add the cooked squash, leeks, and garlic.

    Leeks, garlic, butternut squash, goat cheese, milk, egg, and spices are mixed in a metal bowl with a white spatula.

    Step Six Pour the egg mixture into the cooled pie crust and place in the oven to bake for 35 to 45 minutes. Be sure not to overfill or your egg may spill over while cooking.

    Egg, squash, leek, and cheese mixture has been added to the pie crust.

    Step Seven Remove from the oven, let cool, and serve.

    A closeup of the finished quiche is shown in a white pie plate with a light green linen in the background.

    Variations

    Different Herbs Try thyme in place of rosemary. Herbs to Provence would also be lovely here.

    Fresh Herbs Fresh herbs are a fantastic way to elevate any meal. Try finishing with a bit of fresh picked dill, basil, or parsley.

    Different Cheese If you are not a fan of goat cheese, try some mozzarella, cheddar, swiss, or any other melting cheese.

    FAQ

    What is a quiche?

    A quiche is a French tart filled with eggs. You will often see meats, cheese, or vegetables added to the egg mixture before baking.

    When is quiche done?

    Quiche is done when the center of the egg mixture is just set and no longer runny. The edges should be completely set and it should jiggle a bit when you shake the pie dish.

    Can this quiche be frozen?

    Yes! You can either freeze the whole baked quiche or individual slices. I recommend wrapping tightly in plastic wrap then stored in a gallon plastic bag. Store for up to 3 months.

    Is this quiche healthy?

    Quiche is a good source of protein and calcium. The butternut squash provides fiber, potassium, and other nutrients, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene. The leeks also provide a source vitamin K.

    What do you serve with quiche?

    See the "How to Serve" section below for ideas!

    Expert Tips

    • If your crust starts to get too dark before the egg mixture is cooked through, create a loose ring of tin foil and tent just the crust.
    • To ensure your crust is fully cooled after you blind bake it (the first 10 minutes in the oven before filling is added), try putting it in the freezer for a few minutes.
    • After your quiche is cooked, let it cool. This will make it easier to remove from the pan and serve.

    How to Store

    You can store this in the fridge for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container or in the pie tin with plastic wrap. To reheat, lightly cover with foil and place in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.

    If freezing, cut into individual slices or freeze the quiche whole. Wrap with plastic wrap and then place in a gallon plastic bag for extra protection against freezer burn. Store for up to 3 months.

    To reheat from frozen, place in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until heated through.

    How to Serve

    Quiche can be a meal until itself. Here are a few ideas for how to serve it:

    Side Salad Serve a slice of quiche with a simple green salad for a perfect light meal.

    Brunch You can have this quiche as the center of your next brunch spread along with some pastries, fresh fruit, salad, cheeses, and meats. Try adding some Air Fryer Roasted Garlic, too!

    Sautéed Greens If you're not in the mood for salad, try having some warm, cooked greens instead. This Garlicky Sautéed Cruciferous Crunch would be wonderful.

    Fresh Fruit Try serving with some sliced fresh fruit or a fruit salad.

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    A closeup of the finished quiche is shown in a white pie plate with a light green linen in the background.

    Leek & Squash Quiche

    Leek & Squash Quiche pairs warm, slightly sweet butternut squash, savory leeks and rosemary, buttery pie crust, and tart goat cheese for a dish perfect for breakfast, lunch, brunch, or dinner!
    5 from 35 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: American, French
    Prep Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 slices
    Calories: 209kcal
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    Equipment

    • Pie Dish 9-inch
    • Frying Pan
    • Large Bowl

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 pie crust prepared

    Filling

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
    • 2 cups butternut squash cubed
    • 1 leek white and light green parts online, sliced, rinsed thoroughly
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 5 eggs large
    • 1 cup milk full fat
    • 3 ounces goat cheese crumbled
    • ½ teaspoon rosemary chopped, fresh
    • kosher salt to taste
    • black pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Cook the butternut squash as detailed in this sautéed butternut squash recipe.
    • Sweat the leeks in olive oil over medium to medium-low heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute or so until soft.
    • Prepare your pie dish by brushing with olive oil, spraying with pan spray, or greasing with a bit of butter.
    • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your pie crust in the dish. Once the oven is up to temperature, poke the pie crust all over with a fork, then bake for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
    • Beat the eggs and milk in a bowl. Add the cooked squash, leeks, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
    • Pour the egg mixture into the cooled pie crust and place in the oven to bake for 35 to 45 minutes. Be sure not to overfill or your egg may spill over while cooking.
    • Quiche is done when the center of the egg mixture is just set and no longer runny. The edges should be completely set and it should jiggle a bit when you shake the pie dish.
    • Remove from the oven, let cool, and serve.

    Notes

    1. You can store this in the fridge for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container.
    2. To reheat from the fridge, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, lightly cover with foil, and heat for about 10 minutes, or until heated throughout.
    3. If freezing, cut into individual slices or freeze the quiche whole. Wrap with plastic wrap and then place in a gallon plastic bag for extra protection against freezer burn. Store for up to 3 months. 
    4. To reheat from frozen, place in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 to 45 minutes, or until heated through
    5. If your crust starts to get too dark before the egg mixture is cook through, create a loose ring of tin foil and tent just the crust.
    6. To ensure your crust is fully cooled after you blind bake it (the first 10 minutes in the oven before filling it added), try putting it in the freezer for a few minutes.
    7. If you cannot find leeks, try a yellow or sweet onion instead. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5619IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 2mg

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    Comments

    1. Marylouise says

      November 16, 2024 at 6:38 am

      5 stars
      Delicious! great breakfast quiche

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        November 20, 2024 at 6:30 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    2. Priscilla La Rocca says

      January 24, 2023 at 10:36 am

      5 stars
      I feel honored to be mentioned in this recipe. Can't wait to try it! And, quiche is still my favorite breakfast!
      Love,
      Your Mom

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        January 24, 2023 at 2:03 pm

        Awww, thanks Ma! Love you!

        Reply
    3. Greta says

      December 07, 2022 at 8:38 am

      5 stars
      This dish is super delicious! Highly recommended! thanks x

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        December 07, 2022 at 3:14 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Cam says

      December 05, 2022 at 12:34 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make! And turned out very delicious!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        December 07, 2022 at 3:15 pm

        Fantastic! Thanks Cam.

        Reply
    5. Jenna says

      December 03, 2022 at 4:19 am

      5 stars
      I've never tried squash in a quiche before, but what a great idea! I bet it pairs well with the leek. I look forward to trying it!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        December 07, 2022 at 3:16 pm

        Thanks Jenna! Be sure to let us know how it goes.

        Reply
    6. JD Alewine says

      October 03, 2022 at 4:00 pm

      5 stars
      We love leeks, and this recipe doesn't disappoint! 10/10 would have again!!!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 04, 2022 at 3:59 pm

        Thanks JD! Happy to hear it!

        Reply
    7. Shelby says

      October 03, 2022 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      I ADORE leeks and the flavor in this quiche is simply wonderful! You can use it as breakfast or even a light dinner!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 04, 2022 at 4:00 pm

        Thanks Shelby! A light dinner with some salad is one of my favorites. I appreciate your review!

        Reply
    8. Jere Cassidy says

      October 03, 2022 at 2:03 am

      5 stars
      Squash, leeks and goat cheese make such a great flavor combination. Do delicious and love that it's freezable for those days I would like a slice of quiche just for me.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 04, 2022 at 4:00 pm

        Thanks Jere! Definitely great to have a few slices on hand in the freezer.

        Reply
    9. MacKenzie says

      October 02, 2022 at 3:44 am

      5 stars
      The flavors in this are fantastic. Goat cheese and squash go together perfectly. I made this for meal prep and plan on enjoying it all week.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 04, 2022 at 4:02 pm

        Ooh, meal prep is a great idea! Thanks MacKenzie!

        Reply
    10. Paula says

      October 01, 2022 at 3:05 pm

      5 stars
      I'm a used quiche fan and I love these flavors. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 04, 2022 at 4:03 pm

        Thanks for trying the recipe, Paula! Happy to hear you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    11. Sharina says

      October 01, 2022 at 2:15 pm

      5 stars
      I just found out about this quiche recipe. so I tried it yesterday and it turned out to be flavorful and delicious. Highly recommended!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 01, 2022 at 2:52 pm

        Thanks so much, Sharina! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

        Reply
    12. Molly Pisula says

      September 30, 2022 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      Such a delicious combination of flavors, and so easy with a premade pie crust. Going to be making this all through the fall!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        October 01, 2022 at 1:18 am

        Thanks Molly! I’m glad you liked it.

        Reply
    13. Glenda says

      September 29, 2022 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      We loved the butternut squash with the mild flavor of the leeks. And the goat cheese is the perfect salty balance. So good!

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        September 30, 2022 at 1:21 am

        Thank you so much, Glenda! So happy to hear your family liked it.

        Reply
    14. Elena says

      September 29, 2022 at 12:12 am

      5 stars
      Squash and goat cheese are so good together. This quiche is absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Genevieve says

        September 29, 2022 at 12:34 am

        So happy you enjoyed it!

        Reply
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