Quiche with Self-Forming Crust, USDA

Ingredients

Frozen egg whites, thawed(3 pounds 1 ounce)3.06 pounds
Frozen whole eggs, thawed(1 pound 10 ounces)1.63 pounds
Nonfat milk3 quarts
Whole-wheat flour14 ounces
Baking powder½ teaspoon
Salt1 tablespoon
Ground black or white pepper1 teaspoon
Ground nutmeg½ teaspoon
Fresh red bell peppers, diced1 pound
Fresh onions, chopped1 pound
Fresh spinach, chopped12 ounces
Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded(1 pound 10 ounces)1.63 pounds

Instructions

  1. Pour egg whites and eggs into a commercial mixer (batch as needed). Using a wire whip attachment, mix on low speed for 2 minutes. DO NOT OVER MIX.
  2. Add milk, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (optional). Mix for 4 minutes on low speed. Set aside for step 3.
  3. Combine peppers, onions, spinach and egg mixture in a large bowl. Stir well.
  4. Pour 3 qt 2 cups (about 7 lb) egg and vegetable mixture into a steam table pan (12″ x 20″ x 2½”) lightly coated with pan release spray.For 50 servings, use 2 pans.
  5. Sprinkle 3¼ cups (about 13 oz) cheese over each pan.
  6. Bake:Conventional oven: 375 °F for 50-60 minutes. Convection oven: 325 °F for 25-35 minutes.
  7. Portion: Cut each pan 5 x 5 (25 pieces per pan). Serve 1 piece (2″ x 3¾” square).

Recipe Notes

Critical Control Point: Heat to 165 °F or higher for at least 15 seconds.

Critical Control Point: Hold for hot service at 135 °F or higher.