Spinach Quiche

Directions

1. 1
   Beat eggs; add cream, then beat again.
2. 2
   Wash the spinach under water, and remove all the stems, piling the wet spinach into a large pot, adding no water.
3. 3
   Cook over medium heat, turning and stirring, for 5 minutes; then drain thoroughly in a colander, squeezing the spinach dry.
4. 4
   Take a pair of kitchen scissors and snip the drained spinach into tiny pieces.
5. 5
   Season the spinach to taste with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Line pie pan with pastry or crust; place spinach in crust, top with grated cheese, add cream, sprinkle with mace, then dot with small bits of butter.
7. 7
   Place pie pan on a cookie sheet and bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 40 minutes or until domed and light brown.
8. 8
   Cool 30 minutes before slicing and serving.