Crustless Leek, Greens, and Herb Quiche
- 2 Tbs. fine dry breadcrumbs
- 2 small leeks, white and light green parts halved and sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 2 cups chopped Swiss chard, kale, collard greens, or mustard greens
- 4 egg whites
- 3 whole eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup low-fat milk
- 18 tsp. nutmeg
- 1 Tbs. chopped fresh tarragon
- 1 tsp. chopped fresh basil
- 2 oz. soft goat cheese
- Preheat oven to 425F.
- Coat bottom and sides of 9-inch glass pie dish with olive oil cooking spray.
- Scatter breadcrumbs over bottom of pie dish.
- Bring 4 cups salted water to a boil in large pot.
- Add leeks; boil 3 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat, add Swiss chard, and let stand 30 to 45 seconds, or until greens are wilted.
- Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again, squeezing out excess water with hands.
- Set aside.
- Whisk egg whites until frothy.
- Whisk in eggs.
- Whisk in milk and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Whisk in tarragon and basil.
- Scatter leeks and Swiss chard over breadcrumbs in prepared pie dish.
- Dot cheese on top.
- Pour egg mixture into pie pan.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown on top.
- Cool 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
breadcrumbs, leeks, swiss chard, egg whites, eggs, lowfat milk, nutmeg, tarragon, fresh basil, goat cheese
Taken from www.vegetariantimes.com/recipe/crustless-leek-greens-and-herb-quiche/ (may not work)