Crabmeat-Parmesan Quiche

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 400 degrees (oven rack set to bottom-lowest position).
2. 2
   Fit the prepared pastry into the 10-inch pie plate; fold edges under and crimp edges as desired.
3. 3
   Using a fork, prick holes in the pastry all over.
4. 4
   Fill with pie weights or dried beans.
5. 5
   Place the pie plate on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes; remove the pie weights; cool.
6. 6
   In a skillet saute the green onions with garlic over medium heat for about 3 minutes; stir in crabmeat, lemon rind, Old bay seasoning and cayenne (or ground red pepper) saaute for another 2 minutes.
7. 7
   In a large bowl whisk together eggs, cream, salt and parmesan cheese.
8. 8
   Add in the crab mixture; mix to combine and season with black pepper.
9. 9
   Pour into prepared pie crust.
10. 10
    Bake quiche (on top of a baking sheet) for about 35-40 minutes or until set.
11. 11
    Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.