

BUTTERNUT AND BILTONG QUICHE
2 cups diced, peeled butternut
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper
¾ cup Greek yogurt
6 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
4 chopped mushrooms
1/2 cup crumbled Blue cheese
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 cup finely sliced biltong
1 cup fresh baby spinach
fresh coriander , for garnish
Preheat oven to 180*C.
Spray a quiche pan (or foil baking tray) generously with spray and cook.
Combine butternut squash and olive oil on a baking tray. Sprinkle with salt and a few grinds of fresh pepper, toss to coat. Roast in oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender and slightly golden.
Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl and add baking powder, Greek yogurt and salt and pepper. Mix until smooth. Add baby spinach , stir and set aside.
Pour egg mixture into prepared quiche pan. Sprinkle with Blue cheese and half of the Cheddar cheese.
Add biltong, mushrooms and butternut a few pieces at a time until all bacon and veggies are added. At first they will sink into the egg mixture, but towards the end they will stay near the surface.
Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until top is light golden brown and center no longer wiggles when quiche is gently rocked side to side. If quiche looks golden, but center is not done, cover lightly with a piece of non-stick foil, or a piece of regular foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
Remove from oven when done and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish the top with fresh coriander , if desired.
Photo & Recipe: Louise Venter