Description
Ham and cheese quiche is a savory delight featuring a flaky crust and creamy filling, making it the perfect centerpiece for any brunch gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (store-bought)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the pie crust into a greased pie dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until frothy.
- Stir in the diced ham, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until set and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in herbs like chives or swap ham for cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables. To prevent a soggy bottom, pre-bake the pie crust for about 10 minutes.