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Classic Broccoli Quiche

From Vegan Brunch: Homestyle Recipes Worth Waking Up For--From Asparagus Omelets to Pumpkin Pancakes
Cookbook
Author(s): Isa Chandra Moskowitz
Page 41
Cuisine: North American
Course: Breakfast/Brunch
breakfast broccoli silken tofu tofu vegan
Ingredients:
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 3 cups finely chopped broccoli
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • cracked pepper
  • 1/2 cup raw, unsalted cashews
  • 1 pound firm tofu
  • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  • handful cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1 nine-inch pie crust
Notes: Substitute one container of silken tofu for the 1 pound of firm tofu. Improves the texture incredibly.
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Leeka

15 years ago
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The first time I made this recipe I used firm tofu as was called for and was not happy with the moisture level and over-firmness of the quiche. I thought the texture would be greatly improved by using silken tofu instead and am happy to report that after making this for the second time, implementing that change, it was fantastic. Even before I popped it in the oven as I was spooning the mixture into the pie shell it was creamy versus dry and crumbly the first time.
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