Description
Whip up this delightful ham and Swiss quiche for a crowd-pleasing meal that brings comfort straight to your table. Packed with savory ham, creamy Swiss cheese, and a flaky crust, this quiche will become your new go-to breakfast or brunch favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup ham (diced)
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (shredded)
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy cream
Pastry:
- 1 pie crust
Seasonings:
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to precisely 375°F and position a rack in the center of the oven.
- Carefully stretch your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently against the bottom and sides to create an even layer.
- Crack 4 large eggs into a medium bowl and pour in 1 cup heavy cream. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture looks completely smooth and uniform.
- Season the egg mixture with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, mixing well to distribute the seasoning.
- Distribute 1 cup diced ham across the bottom of your prepared pie crust, creating an even, single layer.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese directly over the ham, covering the entire surface.
- Slowly pour the seasoned egg mixture over the ham and cheese, ensuring it covers everything evenly without disturbing the layers.
- Transfer the quiche to a rimmed baking sheet to catch any potential overflow and prevent oven mess.
- Bake for exactly 35 minutes, rotating the dish halfway through to ensure uniform browning.
- Remove from the oven when the center looks set and the top turns a rich golden brown.
- Let the quiche rest for 12 minutes to allow the filling to stabilize before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Check the quiche’s doneness by gently shaking the pan, which should have a slight wobble in the center when it’s perfectly cooked.
- Swap ham with bacon, smoked salmon, or roasted vegetables for delicious alternative protein or vegetarian versions.
- For a lighter texture, separate egg whites and whip them before folding back into the cream mixture to create a fluffier quiche.
- Blind bake your pie crust for 10 minutes before adding fillings to prevent a soggy bottom and ensure a crisp, golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Ham
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg