Using the wrong combo of flavors in your filling

You may enjoy both pepperoni and broccoli, but they do not belong together in a quiche. When deciding what to put in your filling, choose ingredients that complement one another. The classic Quiche Lorraine, a traditional French quiche with bacon, onions, and gruyere, can never go wrong. Ham, cheddar, and broccoli are other classic flavor combinations, as are goat cheese and mushroom, spinach, red peppers, and feta, and smoked salmon and asparagus.

There are countless options for quiche fillings, but don't go overboard. To make your custard, use only a few ingredients. The more ingredients you add, the more likely it is that you will get flavors that clash. Simple flavor combinations are best. When selecting your filling, keep the season in mind. Making use of seasonal vegetables can greatly improve your quiche. A butternut squash quiche would be ideal for the fall, whereas this spring quiche recipe would be ideal for the spring when green vegetables such as leeks, spinach, and arugula are in season.