Classic Ham and Cheese Quiche
When buying the pie shell, consider picking up a pre-made salad,making your meal easier still.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen 9-inch deep-dish pie shell (thawed according to package instructions)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups coffee or table cream (18%)
- salt and pepper
- 1 cup cooked ham, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, gruyere, parmesan, old cheddar - any combination)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F.
- If the pie shell instructions recommend pre-baking, follow those directions. For a filled quiche, pre-baking the shell for10-15 minutes can help prevent a soggy bottom. Remove from oven and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until lightly beaten.
- Add the cream and a pinch of salt and pepper; whisk until well combined.
- Stir in the diced ham and shredded cheese, ensuring the fillings are evenly distributed.
- Place the prepared pie shell on a baking sheet (to watch any potential spills) and pour in the egg mixture. Be careful not to overfill.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly. The edges should be light golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out mostly clean.
- Let the quiche rest for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set further and makes it easier to cut.