10 Baking Recipes for Savory Pies and Quiches You’ll Love

It's a bit of an understatement to say you're in for a treat. You'll discover a world of flavors, from Classic Quiche Lorraine to Smoked Salmon quiches, that will leave you wanting more, and the best part is yet to come.

1. Classic Quiche Lorraine Recipe

Classic French dish with bacon, eggs, and cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pie crust
• 6 slices of bacon
• 2 large onions
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 cups of heavy cream
• 4 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups of grated cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a tart pan.
3. Bake the pie crust for 10 minutes.
4. Cook the bacon until crispy, then chop it into small pieces.
5. Sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
6. In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
7. Add the cooked bacon, sautéed onions, and grated cheese to the bowl and stir to combine.
8. Pour the mixture into the baked pie crust.
9. Bake the quiche for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
10. Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before serving.

2. Broccoli and Cheddar Pie

A delicious pie filled with broccoli and cheddar cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pie crust

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, heavy cream, milk, melted butter, eggs, salt, and pepper.
4. Add the broccoli florets and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl and stir until well combined.
5. Pour the broccoli and cheese mixture into the pie crust.
6. Bake the pie for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
7. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

3. Spinach and Feta Quiche

A savory quiche filled with spinach and feta cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pie crust
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch tart pan.
3. In a large skillet, sauté the chopped spinach until wilted.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir in the crumbled feta cheese, grated cheddar cheese, and wilted spinach.
6. Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust.
7. Bake the quiche for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

4. Meat Pie With Bacon and Caramelized Onions

Savory meat pie filled with bacon and caramelized onions.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 6 slices of bacon
• 1 large onion
• 1 cup of ground beef
• 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out puff pastry and place in a pie dish.
3. Cook bacon until crispy, then set aside.
4. Caramelize onions in a pan with a little oil until golden brown.
5. Add ground beef to the pan and cook until browned.
6. Add cooked bacon, cheese, and egg to the pan and stir to combine.
7. Fill the pastry with the meat mixture and bake for 25-30 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.

5. Roasted Vegetable Tart

Roasted Vegetable Tart is a savory dish filled with roasted vegetables and cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 sheet of frozen puff pastry, thawed
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 large zucchinis, thinly sliced
• 2 large bell peppers, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. In a large bowl, toss the sliced onion, zucchinis, and bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the roasted vegetables over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the vegetables.
6. Fold the edges of the pastry up over the filling, pressing gently to seal.
7. Brush the pastry with a little bit of water and make a few slashes in the top to allow steam to escape.
8. Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the vegetables are tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

6. Mushroom and Leek Quiche

Mushroom and Leek Quiche is a savory pie filled with sautéed mushrooms and leeks.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pie crust
• 2 large leeks, chopped
• 2 cups mixed mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 large eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out the pie crust and place in a tart pan.
3. Sauté the chopped leeks and mushrooms in butter until tender.
4. In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, and grated cheese.
5. Add the cooked leek and mushroom mixture to the bowl and stir.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
7. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
8. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Let it cool before serving.

7. Caprese Quiche With Fresh Tomatoes

A savory Caprese Quiche With Fresh Tomatoes, perfect for brunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pie crust
• 3 large tomatoes, diced
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch tart pan.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
4. Arrange the diced tomatoes, mozzarella slices, and chopped basil in the pie crust.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the filling.
6. Bake the quiche for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
7. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

8. Chicken and Mushroom Pie

A savory pie filled with chicken and mushrooms in a rich creamy sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups mixed mushrooms
• 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pie crusts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Roll out one pie crust and place in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
4. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and start to brown.
5. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
6. Sprinkle flour over the chicken and mushroom mixture and stir to combine.
7. Gradually add the chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens.
9. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper.
10. Pour the chicken and mushroom mixture into the pie crust.
11. Roll out the second pie crust and use to cover the pie.
12. Crimp the edges to seal the pie and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
13. Bake the pie for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

9. Butternut Squash and Sage Tart

Butternut squash and sage tart is a savory delight perfect for fall.

Ingredients

• 1 large butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Peel and dice the butternut squash into 1-inch cubes.
3. In a large bowl, toss the squash with olive oil, onion, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper.
4. Roll out the puff pastry and place on a baking sheet.
5. Arrange the squash mixture in the center of the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
6. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese over the squash.
7. Fold the edges of the pastry up over the filling, pressing gently to seal.
8. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
9. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
10. Serve warm, garnished with fresh sage leaves if desired.

10. Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Quiche

Smoked salmon and cream cheese quiche is a delicious brunch dish.

Ingredients

• 1 pie crust
• 6 eggs
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1/2 cup smoked salmon
• 1/2 cup grated cheese
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the pie crust and place it in a tart pan.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream cheese, and heavy cream.
4. Add the smoked salmon, grated cheese, salt, and pepper to the bowl and mix well.
5. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
6. Bake the quiche for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh dill and serve warm.

Conclusion

You'll impress friends with these savory pies and quiches. Try the Smoked Salmon Quiche, for example, by pairing it with a side salad for a delicious brunch, as seen in a recent cooking class where attendees raved about its unique flavor combination and elegant presentation, making it a perfect dish for special occasions.