Ham Cheese Quiche
A savory quiche featuring a flaky crust, creamy egg custard, smoky ham, and melted cheese—ideal for brunch or a light dinner.
Equipment
- 1 pie dish use to hold the crust
- 1 fork for pricking crust
- 1 bowl for whisking custard
- 1 whisk for mixing ingredients
- 1 oven preheated to 375°F (190°C)
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup cooked ham diced
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Swiss, or a mix
- ½ cup onion finely chopped (optional)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place pie crust into a pie dish, pricking the bottom lightly with a fork.
- Spread diced ham, shredded cheese, and chopped onion evenly over the crust.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the ham and cheese layer in the crust.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let the quiche rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use half-and-half or cream for a richer custard texture.
- Add spinach, mushrooms, or peppers for added flavor and variety.
- Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly during baking.