Description
Hearty ham cheese quiche showcases classic French culinary traditions with rich, savory flavors. Flaky pastry and creamy filling combine effortlessly, ensuring you savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Cheese:
- 1 cup diced ham
- 2 ounces (56 grams) cream cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 eggs
Dairy and Cream Base:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 green onion, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Crust:
- 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, creating an ideal baking environment for the quiche.
- Sauté ham in a skillet for 3-5 minutes, eliminating excess moisture and enhancing its flavor profile.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ham with cream cheese, infusing the mixture with zesty hot sauce and tangy Worcestershire sauce.
- Carefully spread the seasoned ham mixture across the prepared pie crust, ensuring even distribution.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and finely chopped green onions over the ham layer for added depth and texture.
- Whisk eggs, sour cream, and heavy cream together until smooth and well-integrated, creating a luxurious custard base.
- Gently pour the creamy custard over the ham and cheese layer, allowing it to seep into all the crevices.
- Transfer the quiche to the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the quiche rest for 10 minutes, allowing the custard to stabilize before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Choose high-quality ham without excess moisture to prevent a soggy quiche crust.
- Gently pat ham dry with paper towels before cooking to remove extra liquid and concentrate flavor.
- Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt to reduce fat content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like Gruyère or Swiss for unique flavor profiles that complement the ham.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 362
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 150mg