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Butternut Squash & Sage Quiche

Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Quiche for Cozy Fall Days

Enjoy a slice of Butternut Squash & Sage Quiche, a comforting dish perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quiche Filling
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Peeled and cubed, roasted
  • 1 tablespoon Sage Chopped, or substitute with rosemary/thyme
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Grated, or substitute with Swiss/aged cheddar
  • 4 Eggs Large, fresh
  • 1 cup Cream or Whole Milk For custard texture
For the Crust
  • 1 crust Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought, blind baked

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Medium skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast butternut squash for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Sauté finely chopped onion in olive oil until soft and translucent for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Whisk together eggs, cream/milk, and Gruyère cheese in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Pre-bake pie crust at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes. Combine squash and onion in the crust, then pour custard mixture over the top.
  5. Bake quiche at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes until set and golden brown.
  6. Let quiche cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This quiche can be prepared in advance and enjoyed warm or at room temperature. It's perfect for gatherings and can be customized with different vegetables or cheeses.

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