Saturday, January 29, 2011

Vegan Spinach Artichoke Quiche


Ingredients:
1 pre-made pie crust
1 package frozen spinach
1 can artichoke hearts
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
olive oil, as needed
1 pound firm tofu, drained
1/2 cup nondairy milk
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. turmeric (for color)
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper
1/2 cup grated vegan cheese

Steps:
1. Preheat oven to temperature directed on crust package. Pre-cook crust for 12 minutes.

2. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil until golden.

3. Thaw and drain spinach thoroughly.

4. In blender, puree tofu, milk, salt & pepper, turmeric, red pepper, and vegan cheese, until smooth.

5. Drain artichoke hearts and combine with quiche filling.

6. Pour pureed mixture into large bowl, and add the onion garlic mixture. Combine well.

7. Pour into pre-cooked pie shell, and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-35 minutes or until quiche is set. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before cutting.

Serves: 6

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