Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of shortcrust pastry
- 200g fresh goat cheese
- 2 eggs
- 200ml fresh cream
- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the shortcrust pastry into a round baking tin lined with parchment paper. Prick the bottom of the dough with a fork, and blind bake it for 10 minutes. This step prevents the base from becoming soggy when the filling is added.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, beat the eggs with the cream. Add the crumbled goat cheese, minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Mix everything until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Quiche: Pour the egg and cheese mixture into the pre-baked pastry crust. Arrange thinly sliced tomatoes on top, slightly overlapping them. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil.
- Bake: Bake the quiche for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Serve: Let the quiche cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh basil leaves. It can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Feel free to customize this quiche by adding vegetables like zucchini or asparagus, or swapping the goat cheese for your favorite type of cheese. Get creative and make it your own!