Description
Delightful ham and cheese crustless quiche blends savory proteins with creamy eggs in a simple, elegant dish. Home cooks can quickly prepare this protein-packed meal that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) diced ham
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheese
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly coat a 9-inch pie dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together eggs, cream, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Distribute a generous portion of ham, shredded cheese, and finely chopped onions across the bottom of the prepared pie dish, creating an even base layer.
- Gently pour the whisked egg mixture over the layered ingredients, ensuring even coverage throughout the dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining ham, cheese, and onions on top of the liquid, creating a visually appealing and flavorful surface.
- Transfer the quiche to the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior and a center that still has a slight wobble when gently shaken.
- Remove from the oven and allow the quiche to rest for 5-10 minutes, which helps the custard set and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Select quality ham for rich, savory flavor, preferring thick-cut deli or leftover roasted ham.
- Customize cheese by swapping cheddar with gruyère, swiss, or goat cheese for varied taste profiles.
- For lower-carb option, replace cream with whole milk or half-and-half to reduce fat content.
- Enhance vegetable nutrition by adding spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra texture and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 442mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 210mg