Membrillo and Stilton Quiche with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Pomelo

Vegetarian quiche featuring Stilton and quince paste, served with a unique side of roasted Brussels sprouts and marinated pomelo.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 804 kcals 4824.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 57.5 grams 345.1 grams
Fat 55.5 grams 332.8 grams
Protein 18.8 grams 112.5 grams
Cook Time
100 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
250
g
Shortcrust Pastry
best-quality
100
g
Caster Sugar
for syrup
CondimentsSauces
70
g
Membrillo
quince paste, cut into 1cm dice
Dairy
200
g
Stilton
crumbled
3
piece
Eggs
free-range
150
ml
Fruits
3
tbsp
1
piece
Pomelo
approximately 900g
GrainsCereals
1
piece
Plain Flour
for dusting
NutsSeeds
1
piece
Salt
to taste
1
piece
Black Pepper
to taste
2
stick
5
piece
2
tbsp
Coriander
leaves, chopped
OilsFats
1.5
tbsp
Olive Oil
for roasting squash
5
tbsp
Olive Oil
for sprouts and dressing
Vegetables
1
piece
Butternut Squash
medium, peeled, deseeded and cut into small cubes
600
g
250
g

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Toss the squash with oil and seasoning, roast for 30 minutes, then cool and set oven to 170°C.
  • Roll out pastry to 3mm thick, line a 24cm tin, prick the base, and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Blind bake with parchment and beans for 30 minutes, then bake for 10 more minutes until golden.
  • Distribute roasted squash, Stilton, and membrillo over the pastry base.
  • Whisk eggs, cream, and crème fraîche, pour into the quiche, and bake for 40 minutes at 170°C.
  • Simmer 100ml water, sugar, cinnamon, and star anise for 1 minute before adding lemon juice and cooling.
  • Segment the pomelo, marinate in spiced syrup for an hour, then strain and reserve juices.
  • Blanch sprouts and shallots for 2 minutes, halve them, toss with oil, and roast at 200°C for 20 minutes.
  • Combine sprouts, shallots, pomelo, coriander, and dressing ingredients in a bowl and mix gently.
  • Slice the quiche and serve with the warm sprout and pomelo salad.