Swiss Chard, Mushroom, and White-Cheddar Quiche

Description

This creamy family-style quiche combines custard with vegetables and cheese, and pairs them with a delectable, flaky shell for a relaxed approach to brunch. Make the pastry and saute the vegetables the night before.

Ingredients

• 1 bunch Swiss chard (12 ounces), stems and ribs removed, washed and coarsely chopped (8 cups)
• 1 large egg, plus 1 large egg yolk
• 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons ice water
• 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar (6 1/2 ounces)
• 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and frozen until firm
• 3 1/4 cups half-and-half
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 9 large eggs
• Coarse salt
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• Vegetable oil cooking spray

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• Yield
• servings:15