Green Chili Cheese Quiche Recipe

Southwestern Green Chili Cheese Quiche Recipe

An authentic traditional homemade southwestern green chili cheese quiche recipe from New Mexico, the spicy-ness or temperature can be adjusted to make this more tangy, zesty or mild. Southwestern or Mexican cooking can be some of the healthiest cuisine around.

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SOUTHWESTERN GREEN CHILI CHEESE QUICHE
(Serves 6-8)

P I E C R U S T:

Pie crust - Make your own or use a mix.
Add 1 t chili powder to mix before rolling.

F I L L I N G:

3 large eggs

1 1/2 cup half & half

3/4 cup cheddar cheese

1/2 cup jack cheese

1 can (4 to 6 oz.) green chili peppers (more or less to your taste) - use fresh if available

2 T chopped onion

1 small can sliced ripe olives

salt & pepper to taste

How to make Green Chili Cheese Quiche:
LIGHTLY WHISK eggs and the half and half
ADD all the remaining ingredients and mix
POUR over crust
BAKE at 350şF for 45 min.
GARNISH top with chopped tomato and/or chopped green onion if you wish.

Tip: You can adjust this recipe by increasing or decreasing the amount of green chili (chile) peppers and/or olives to your taste. New Mexicans do love their green chilis!
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