Ultimate Cauliflower Broccoli Quiche with Cervelat: A Light & Flavorful Savory Pie
As a food blogger, there are few things as exciting as discovering new culinary inspiration and sharing it with a community of fellow enthusiasts. That’s why the monthly Food Blog Swap is one of my absolute favorite events. While we connect on social media and attend various events, it’s truly impossible to explore every amazing blog out there. The Food Blog Swap, however, provides a unique opportunity: you’re assigned a specific blog, giving you a chance to truly dive deep into their delicious creations and choose a recipe to adapt and make your own. This month, I had the pleasure of cooking from Martine’s wonderful blog, Duizenden1dag (Dutch blog), a true treasure trove of delightful recipes born from a genuine passion for food. Her passion for creating delicious meals shines through every post, making it a joy to explore.
Martine’s blog is brimming with an impressive array of tempting dishes, making the selection process quite a delightful challenge. I scrolled through many appealing options until a particular recipe caught my eye: a hearty cauliflower stew pie. What made it particularly inspiring was Martine’s clever use of leftover cauliflower stew, transforming it into something new and exciting. This resonated deeply with my own philosophy of minimizing food waste and getting creative in the kitchen. Conveniently, I had some cauliflower and broccoli lingering in my fridge, just waiting for a purpose. With a bit of cervelat sausage on hand, the idea sparked to create a savory quiche that was not only incredibly delicious but also a smart way to utilize those fresh vegetables. The result was a flavorful, satisfying quiche that has quickly become a new family favorite, one we’re certain to prepare many times over.
Crafting a Lighter Quiche: Inspiration from Leftovers
Martine’s original recipe was a robust dish, featuring puff pastry and chorizo sausage – perfect for a cozy winter’s day with its rich, intense flavors. However, as spring unfolds with its lighter, brighter days, my palate yearns for something a bit fresher. This desire led me to adapt her concept into a ‘skinny’ quiche version, focusing on vibrant vegetables and a delicate balance of flavors that feels just right for the season. The goal was to maintain all the deliciousness while making it a more wholesome and less heavy meal.
The Evolution of a Quiche: From Rich to Radiant
To achieve this lighter profile, I made a few key adjustments. Firstly, I opted for a savory pie dough instead of traditional puff pastry. Puff pastry, with its numerous layers of butter-laminated dough, can be quite rich. Savory pie dough, on the other hand, offers a wonderfully crisp texture without the added heaviness, providing the perfect foundation for our vegetable-packed filling. It’s readily available in most supermarkets, making preparation a breeze, but for those who enjoy baking from scratch, it’s also straightforward to make your own.
Secondly, cervelat sausage became my choice over chorizo. While chorizo brings a bold, spicy punch, cervelat offers a beautiful, nuanced flavor that is slightly milder and leaner, yet still provides that satisfying savory depth. It complements the vegetables beautifully without overpowering them. By using a generous amount of cauliflower and broccoli, and reducing the potato content, the quiche becomes even healthier and more vegetable-forward, maximizing its nutritional value and fresh taste. The eggs, a crucial binding agent, ensure the quiche filling sets perfectly, creating a wonderfully creamy texture that holds everything together.
The Magic of Cumin Cheese: Enhancing Flavor Naturally
For an extra layer of distinctive flavor, I incorporated cumin cheese into the filling. The combination of cumin with cauliflower and broccoli is truly delightful. Cumin imparts a warm, earthy, and slightly nutty aroma that fills the kitchen as the quiche bakes – a scent that is utterly irresistible and highly recommended! Beyond its wonderful fragrance, the nutty notes of cumin cheese pair exceptionally well with the subtle sweetness of cauliflower and the slight bitterness of broccoli, elevating the overall taste profile of the quiche to new heights. This thoughtful addition transforms a simple vegetable quiche into a gourmet experience, making every bite a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.
Effortless Entertaining: The Beauty of a Make-Ahead Quiche
One of the most fantastic aspects of this cauliflower, broccoli, and cervelat quiche recipe is its incredible versatility as a make-ahead dish. We all know how hectic life can get, especially when juggling busy weekdays or preparing for special occasions. This quiche offers a perfect solution for stress-free meal planning. You can prepare the entire quiche up to the point of baking it in the oven a day in advance. Once assembled, simply allow it to cool completely to room temperature. Then, cover it carefully with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator. The next day, when you’re ready to enjoy, all that’s left to do is pop it into the preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes. This advance preparation saves you precious time and effort on the day of serving, allowing you to focus on other tasks or simply relax. It’s an ideal option for meal prepping healthy lunches throughout the week or for entertaining guests without being stuck in the kitchen. This convenience makes it an invaluable addition to any home cook’s repertoire, ensuring a delicious and homemade meal is always within easy reach.
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The Recipe: Cauliflower, Broccoli, and Cervelat Quiche
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Andréa
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Ingredients
Cauliflower and broccoli stew
- 500 grams potatoes, washed and peeled
- 1 broccoli, washed and cut into florets
- ½ cauliflower, washed and cut into florets
- 75 ml milk
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 100 grams cumin cheese
Quiche with cauliflower, broccoli and cervelate
- 1 tablespoon oil, for greasing
- 6 sheets savory pie dough, thawed
- 2 tablespoon breadcrumbs
- 5 eggs, size L
- 100 grams cervelate, diced
- 1 portion cauliflower and broccoli stew
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Instructions
Cauliflower and broccoli stew
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Put a layer of water of about 10 cm in a large pan.
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Add the potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower to the pan.
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Bring to the boil and let it boil for 18 minutes (or until the potatoes are done. You can easily check this by pricking the potatoes with a fork. When you will feel no resistance they are done).
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Drain the potatoes, cauliflower and broccoli and put everything back in the pan.
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Bring the milk to the boil and pour into the pan with the potatoes.
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Add the mustard and cumin cheese and mash the potatoes and vegetables. Mix everything well together.
Quiche with cauliflower, broccoli and cervelate.
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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
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Grease a quiche dish with the oil.
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Divide the slices of savory pie dough over the side and bottom of the quiche form. Prick a few holes in the bottom with a fork so that any air can escape.
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Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the bottom (that absorbs moisture which may be released).
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Beat the eggs and mix them, together with the cervelate, in the stew.
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Spoon the stew filling into the quiche.
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Put in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes (30 minutes when everything is still warm, 40 minutes when you have prepared the quiche in advance and everything comes out of the refrigerator.)
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Essential Kitchen Tools for Your Quiche Adventure
Having the right tools can make all the difference in the kitchen, turning cooking into a smooth and enjoyable experience. Here are some of the key utensils I use for preparing this delicious quiche:
- A good pair of knives: Essential for precise chopping of vegetables like cauliflower and broccoli, and dicing the cervelat sausage. Sharp knives make prep work safer and more efficient.
- Cutting board: A sturdy and stable surface is crucial for safe and comfortable chopping, protecting your countertops and knife blades.
- Brushes, spatulas and other cooking utensils: Various spatulas are handy for mixing the stew, spreading the filling, and generally handling ingredients with ease. A brush can be useful for greasing your quiche dish.
- Sheet pan, baking tray or baking sheet: While the quiche bakes in its own dish, a baking sheet can be useful to place underneath to catch any potential overflow, keeping your oven clean.
- Baking paper or baking mat: Lining your quiche dish with baking paper can prevent sticking and make for easier removal and cleanup.
- Soup / hotchpot pan: A large, deep pan is perfect for boiling the potatoes, cauliflower, and broccoli for the stew base.
- Pans: General purpose pans are always good to have on hand for any preliminary cooking steps or for warming ingredients.
- Quiche baking form: A round, shallow baking dish with fluted edges is specifically designed for quiches, ensuring an even bake and a beautiful presentation.