How to Make Creamy Ham and Cheese Quiche - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quiche is a classic French dish that has been embraced by cooks all over the world for its delicious combination of eggs, cream, and various fillings. One of the most popular variations of quiche is the creamy ham and cheese quiche. This savory dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner, and it's a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese from the fridge.

What makes this quiche so special is the creamy, custard-like filling that is made with a mixture of eggs, mi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (9 inch) refrigerated pie pastry
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • ½ cup diced cooked ham
  • 2 tablespoons honey mustard
  • 1 ¼ cups half-and-half
  • 5 eggs, beaten
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Press pastry into the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Poke holes into the pastry with a fork and continue cooking until lightly browned, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove crust from the oven, and reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and 1 tablespoon flour in a bowl; spread over warm crust.
  • Mix ham and honey mustard together in a bowl; spoon over cheese mixture.
  • Mix half-and-half, eggs, green onions, remaining 1 tablespoon flour, and salt together in bowl. Pour mixture carefully over ham layer; top with remaining Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 50 minutes until set in the center. Cool for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • Nutrition

    327 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 156mg
    • Sodium: 538mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 219mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 167mg