quiche

\ ˈkēsh

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Definition of quiche

: an unsweetened custard pie usually having a savory filling (such as spinach, mushrooms, or ham)

Examples of quiche in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Customers will find breakfast items like quiche (which is also available in the cafe) as well as French pastries. — Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas News, "Indie coffee shop in South Dallas is now open at Bonton Farms," 30 Jan. 2020 If available, the marionberry and the peanut butter chocolate are topnotch choices, as are the quiche varieties (breakfast, smoked salmon and vegetarian options) and pot pies (chicken or mushroom gruyere). — oregonlive, "Need a sugar rush? Portland’s The Pie Spot takes the cake: Gerry Frank’s picks," 1 Feb. 2020 Total point deductions: 54 High risk violations: 10 Repeat issues: None What inspectors found: Salads, sandwiches, quiches, salmon filets and other foods in deli display case had internal temps up to 49 degrees. — oregonlive, "These 21 Oregon grocery stores did the worst on state health inspections," 10 Jan. 2020 For something hearty, oversized sandwiches, breakfast platters and quiches provide just the right amount of protein. — orlandosentinel.com, "2019 Orlando Sentinel Best Bets: Dining & Restaurants winners," 5 Oct. 2019 This quiche is the ultimate make-ahead brunch dish. — Taylor Murray, Country Living, "Crustless Ham-and-Leek Quiche," 29 Oct. 2019 Besides hand pies, SmallPie also sells handmade bagels, quiche, pastries and pie slices. — Carol Deptolla, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "SmallPie will open in Crossroads Collective food hall on the east side," 4 Sep. 2019 In addition to pastries and sweet treats, look for soups, salads and sandwiches as well as breakfast and brunch items such as egg sandwiches, quiche and citrus ricotta pancakes. — Nancy Ngo, Twin Cities, "Mon Petit Cheri serving up pastries and more — including co-working space — in downtown Stillwater," 26 Aug. 2019 Certain Fond Originals products can be found in local specialty stores, such as jams at Paul's Fruit Market and all items except quiches at The Wine Rack, 2632 Frankfort Ave. — Dahlia Ghabour, The Courier-Journal, "This specialty food vendor is closing its shop at Louisville's Logan Street Market," 21 Nov. 2019

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“Quiche.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quiche. Accessed 21 Feb. 2020.

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