Make Ahead Freezer Meals Quiche Recipe - Sweetphi (2024)

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This make ahead freezer meals quiche recipe is the best because quiche can be enjoyed as a breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner! Plus, making food ahead of time always saves you from rushing around looking for what to make.

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With crazy busy schedules and so many ‘to dos’ and things going on at work-after work- just life in general, I’m finding myself making more ‘make ahead’ and freezer meals lately. I’m really relying on my good ‘ole freezer so that when mealtime comes around, I’m not left wondering what to make.

If I can open my freezer and pull something out to warm and enjoy, I’m calling that a win! But I don’t like things that taste like ‘freezer’ you know? Certain things just freeze and reheat well, like this quiche!

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This make ahead freezer quiche is absolutely perfect, it’s a modified version of a recipe I included in my cookbook Fast and Easy Five Ingredient Recipes: A Cookbook for Busy People and one I’ve and made many many times.

I make a vegetarian version with spinach/carrots/cheddar (or really any combination of cheese and veggies you’d like) or I make meat version with prosciutto and Parmesan cheese.

Quiche always reminds me of my mom and growing up. We would always have quiche on Sundays or when guests came over, because it has a super quick prep time and then in could bake in the oven while we were spending time with family and friends.

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There are a few ways you could make this quiche:

  • Make and bake immediately – then serve and enjoy.
  • Make ahead- put in the freezer unbaked (just be careful transferring it so it doesn’t spill when putting it in the freezer) and then put it directly from the freezer into the oven.
  • Make and bake ahead, then put it in the freezer in individual servings so all you have to do is warm it and go.

I’ve included the different baking instructions for whichever way you decide you’d like to make this quiche, and I’ve included the ingredient lists for vegetarian or meat quiche.

Whichever way you make this make ahead freezer quiche recipe, you’ll absolutely love it! It’s so perfect for when you don’t really feel like cooking and want something delicious to enjoy. It’s also suuuuper awesome for meal prep. You can just reheat a slice and enjoy it for a grab and go breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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I’d love to hear from you in the comments section, what’s your favorite kind of quiche?

Other recipes you might enjoy:

  • Garden Veggie Quiche
  • Egg Cups: a Family Breakfast Recipe (great for meal prep too)
  • Goat Cheese Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust

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This make ahead freezer meals quiche is such an amazing recipe because quiche can be enjoyed as a breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8 slices

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch deep-dish piecrust pre-made
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese use whatever kind of cheese you'd like Parmesan, Swiss, or Cheddar cheese
  • 1 package sliced prosciutto (for the meat version) 5.29-ounce
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetables for the vegetarian version I like using 1 cup baby spinach, chopped and 1 carrot shredded

Instructions

Make and bake immediately instructions:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the piecrust on a baking sheet and set aside.

  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.

  • For the meat version add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.

  • For the vegetarian version add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.

  • Pour the egg mixture into the piecrust and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. The quiche will puff up. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes (it will set). Slice and serve.

  • To make-bake-and freeze make the quiche using the above instructions. allow to cool completely. Then cut into 8 pieces. Wrap in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer. To warm, remove aluminum foil and plastic wrap, and microwave for 2 minutes, then allow to rest for 30 seconds, then enjoy!

Make ahead- put in the freezer unbaked instructions:

  • Place the piecrust on a baking sheet and set aside.

  • In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, milk, salt and garlic salt until well combined.

  • For the meat version add in the cheese and prosciutto and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.

  • For the vegetarian version add in the cheese and vegetables and then whisk a few times, until the ingredients are combined.

  • Pour egg mixture into the pie crust. Cover the quiche with plastic wrap and then aluminum foil and place in the freezer. Be careful when transferring to the freezer (make sure there is a flat surface to put the quiche on!

  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F degrees. Do not thaw the quiche!

  • Remove the aluminum foil and plastic wrap. Place foil loosely over the quiche and place the frozen quiche into the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

Notes

The nutrition information presented on this site should be considered an estimate as the calculations will change based on the exact products you use in your own kitchen.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 536mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2208IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg

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Make Ahead Freezer Meals Quiche Recipe - Sweetphi (2024)

FAQs

Can you make quiche ahead of time and freeze it? ›

Cool the quiche completely after baking, then wrap it in a double layer of plastic wrap and then cover it securely in foil. Label and place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Step 2: Bake it from frozen. When ready to eat it, unwrap it and bake it straight from frozen at 350 degrees F until very hot in the center.

Is it better to freeze quiche, cooked or uncooked? ›

The best way to freeze quiche is to bake it first. Freezing uncooked quiche and then baking it can be tricky to get it cooked perfectly, and it doesn't save a lot of time. But baked quiche freezes perfectly wrapped in individual pieces in aluminum foil and placed in a resealable plastic bag.

How long To cook frozen pre cooked quiche? ›

How to reheat frozen quiche
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Place the quiche on a baking sheet.
  3. Cover your quiche with aluminum foil.
  4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  5. Allow the quiche to sit for about 15 minutes before removing the foil.
  6. The quiche is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
Jul 7, 2023

Can you make quiche ahead and reheat? ›

Making Quiche Ahead of Time

To make quiche ahead of time, bake it as instructed and let it completely cool. Store it in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, cover it with foil and bake at 325 degrees for about 15 minutes, until just heated through.

Should I thaw a frozen quiche before cooking? ›

Do not thaw the quiche! Remove the aluminum foil and plastic wrap. Place foil loosely over the quiche and place the frozen quiche into the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Remove foil, and continue to bake for 30 minutes, or until top is golden brown.

What not to put in quiche? ›

Avoid Fillings That Are Too Wet

"Some vegetables, such as sliced large tomatoes or raw zucchini, have a high water content and will make your quiche soggy (even if you follow all steps to avoid this!)," Davila notes.

Should I Prebake my frozen quiche crust? ›

Editor: Yes, I recommend pre-baking the crusts for quiches because I think it helps keep them from getting soggy from the filling.

How do you freeze quiche portions? ›

To freeze individual portions, cut quiche into 8 slices and arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Freeze at least 4 hours and up to overnight for a formative freeze. Wrap each frozen slice in plastic, place all of the slices in a resealable plastic bag, label and date, and return to freezer for up to 1 month.

How long to cook frozen quiche from Costco? ›

Remove quiche from the carton and plastic wrapping prior to cooking. Conventional Oven: (Preferred method) Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake in foil pan for 23-25 minutes (add 5-10 minutes if frozen) or until center reaches 165°F.

Is Costco quiche fully cooked? ›

The prepared quiche is in the refrigerated section of the store. You can serve quiche warm or at room temperature, but it must be heated to 165°F before serving. I recommend following the oven heating instructions for the best crust and custard consistency.

Can you leave quiche out at room temperature? ›

Just be careful to keep it in the fridge as leaving it on the counter could create bacteria growth due to the quiche's dairy and egg-based filling. According to the FDA, you should never leave egg-based dishes out on the counter for over two hours — and if it's especially hot, they should be refrigerated before then.

Is it better to make quiche the night before? ›

You can blind bake the crust up to a day in advance or bake the entire quiche 3 days before serving. In fact, quiche will slice more cleanly when baked in advance.

What do the French serve with quiche? ›

French people often enjoy eating quiche with a side salad or a light soup. This combination makes for a satisfying and balanced meal that is popular in French cuisine.

How long does homemade quiche last in fridge? ›

3 to 5 days

Can you freeze and reheat crustless quiche? ›

Egg dishes like crustless quiche freeze just so-so. This is one of those grey areas where it will depend a lot on how sensitive you are to texture changes. The egg in the crustless quiche will seep a little water upon freezing, thawing, and reheating, which may or may not bother you.

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