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"Chicken and Broccoli Quiche"

Recipe Source: Poultry volume of Microwave Magic Eggs & Cheese Microwave Recipes Recipe File Serving Size: Makes 6 servings

Amount Ingredient Pastry:   2 cups wholewheat flour 1/2 cup shortening 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons cold water 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning Filling:   1 cup cooked chicken, diced 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup almonds, sliced 3 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup 18% cream 10 ounce package chopped broccoli, defrosted 1 cup Swiss cheese, grated 2 tablespoons flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Pinch pepper

Preparation Instructions:

Pastry: Make the pastry in the usual way and work into a single ball. Roll out the pastry and line a 9 inch pie plate. Prick the pastry with a fork. Cook at 70% for 6 minutes or until the pastry is crisp, turning the plate halfway through the cooking time. Set aside.

Filling: Melt the butter, add the almonds and cook at 100% for 2 to 3 minutes to brown them. Mix the eggs and cream, add the remaining ingredients and pour the mixture into the cooked pastry shell. Cook at 50% for 8 minutes, turning the plate halfway through the cooking time. Turn the plate again and continue to cook at 50% until a slight froth appears on the surface of the quiche. Garnish with the roasted almonds, cover and allow to stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Per serving: 491 calories; 21.2 g protein.

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