Vegetarian Russian Snack: Delectable Mushroom Quiche With Smoked Salmon

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 1 ready
• made pastry crust 2 cups mixed mushrooms (white button, cremini, shiitake), sliced 1 cup smoked salmon, flaked 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated 4 large eggs 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Fit a ready made pastry crust into a 9 inch pie dish and set aside.
2. In a pan over medium heat, warm olive oil. Sauté sliced mushrooms until they release their moisture and become tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Add flaked smoked salmon and chopped fresh spinach to the cooked mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir in grated cheddar cheese and sautéed vegetables.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the pastry crust in the pie dish. Bake for 35 40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and the crust is golden brown.
6. Allow the Mushroom Quiche to cool slightly before slicing and serving with a sprinkle of fresh dill. Enjoy this delectable Russian snack!

Chef’s Insight

The earthy flavors of mushrooms pair perfectly with the smoky essence of salmon, creating a harmonious balance in this vegetarian Russian snack.

Notes

The use of various mushrooms adds depth to the flavor profile while providing a vibrant visual appeal.