QUICHE ORIGINS
Although quiche is now a
classic dish of French cuisine, quiche actually originated in Germany, in the
medieval kingdom of Lothringen, under German rule, and which the French later
renamed Lorraine. The word‘quiche’ is from the German ‘Kuchen’,
meaning cake.
The original ‘quiche Lorraine’ was an open pie with a filling consisting of an
egg and cream custard with smoked bacon. It was only later that cheese was
added to the quiche Lorraine. The bottom crust was originally made from bread
dough, similar to pizza.
Quiche became popular in England sometime after the Second World War, and in
the U.S. during the 1950's. Because of its primarily vegetarian
ingredients, it was considered a somehow ‘unmanly’ dish, - “real men
don’t eat quiche.”
Quiche
1 tbs toast chunks or croutons smashed
1 egg
1 Tbs milk
2-3 Tbs
veggies
2 tbs cheese
Pinch Basil
Directions:
In a microwavable mug, add croutons, egg, milk, and whisk to mix the egg. Add veggies grated
cheese, and chopped herbs top. Place mug
in microwave, and cook on high for 1 minute, just until egg is completely
cooked and quiche is slightly puffed.
