Carrot Cashew Quiche

One of my mom's favorites for buffets or brunches and afternoon lunches. Served with a nice salad, this is a nice light meal.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 586 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup butter
• 3 eggs
• ½ cup honey
• 1 cup cashews
• ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 (9 inch) pie crust
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots and cashews, and cook until carrots are tender and cashews are golden brown. Mix in the honey.

Step 3

In a bowl, beat together the eggs, heavy cream, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

Evenly spread the cheese in the bottom of the pie crust. Layer the carrot mixture over the cheese, and top with the egg mixture.

Step 5

Bake 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.