Potato and Spinach Quiche (Patatesli Ispanaklı Kiş)

1. In a bowl, knead together 2 water glasses (about 400 ml / 1¾ cups) of flour, 5 tablespoons of butter, 2 eggs, 1–2 tablespoons of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Press the dough into a tart pan, covering the sides as well. Cover the dough with parchment paper and add a handful of chickpeas on top to prevent it from puffing up. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, sauté the finely diced onion until translucent. Add 250 g of washed and thinly sliced spinach and continue to sauté. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, toss to combine, and remove from heat.
3. In a bowl, combine 3 boiled and mashed potatoes with 1 tea glass (about 100 ml / 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) of milk. Season with salt and black pepper. Grate in as much kaşar cheese as desired. Press the sautéed spinach with a spoon to drain any excess liquid, then add it to the potato mixture. Mix all ingredients together.
4. Spread the prepared filling evenly inside the baked quiche crust. Bake at 180°C (350°F) until the top is golden. Don't forget to sprinkle grated kaşar cheese on top 5 minutes before it's done. Enjoy your meal!

Pro Tip

Set aside the chickpeas used for blind baking in this or any other quiche recipe. Once cooled, you can bag them and store them. You can reuse them the next time you make quiche — in fact, you can use them many times over!

About This Recipe

The potato originated in the region that is today Chile and Peru — in other words, its homeland is South America. Peru is even known as the world's potato capital.

Quiche, on the other hand, is a French pastry. It is one of the most beloved baked goods in French cuisine. It first found its place in our own kitchens, and then — thanks to the endless variety of ingredients it can be made with — it quickly earned a spot among our most unforgettable flavors.

Some of us may find making quiche quite daunting. If you're someone who says "I'm stuck in the kitchen for hours," fear not — we've put together an easy version just for you that can be made in just 1 hour, without compromising on flavor, and it's as impressive as it sounds.

And for those whose hearts are still in Paris, our Quiche with Creamy Garnish recipe is equally delicious and will also only take about 1 hour. Ready to get started? Our potato and spinach quiche is truly special and incredibly tasty — best of luck in the kitchen!