Description
Ham and cheese quiche is a delightful blend of creamy eggs, savory ham, and melted cheese nestled in a flaky crust. Perfect for brunch or any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 store-bought pie crust
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Unroll the pie crust into a pie plate, pressing it gently into place.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and heavy cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in diced ham and shredded cheese until evenly combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, swap ham for sautéed vegetables. Experiment with different cheeses such as Swiss or feta for unique flavors. Allowing the quiche to cool slightly before serving helps it set beautifully.