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Ham and Cheese Quiche

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Ingredients

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Ham and Cheese Quiche

1 frozen pie shell

4 eggs

¾ cup whole milk

¼ cup heavy cream

½ tsp ground mustard

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

5 ounces ham

2 ounces shredded cheddar cheese(2 oz. is about 1/2 cup)

2 ounces shredded swiss cheese(2 oz. is about 1/2 cup)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Move a rack to the lowest position in the oven.

Poke the bottom of the frozen pie shell several times with a fork, and transfer to a baking sheet.

Bake the pie shell on bottom rack of oven until the bottom is slightly puffed, 12-14 minutes, or according to package directions. When done, remove from the oven and set aside.

Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Finely dice the ham.

Add the ham and shredded cheeses to the egg and milk mixture. Fold with a rubber spatula until evenly distributed.

Pour the egg, ham, and cheese mixture into the pie shell. Cover the edges of the pie shell with pie guards or strips of aluminum foil to avoid burning or over-browning the crust.

Bake the quiche on bottom rack of oven until the top is firm and golden brown, 45-55 minutes.

Check to see that quiche is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes at room temperature before slicing and serving. Leftover quiche may be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prevent Soggy Crust 🛡️
Brush the frozen pie shell with a thin layer of beaten egg white before adding filling to create a moisture barrier and keep the crust crispy.
Temper Your Eggs Properly 🥚
Whisk eggs with cream and milk, then let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before pouring to ensure even, smooth custard texture throughout the quiche.
Balance Cheese Ratio 🧀
Use equal parts Swiss and cheddar (about 1 cup each) to achieve optimal flavor complexity—Swiss adds nuttiness while cheddar provides sharpness without overpowering the ham.
Dice Ham Consistently 🔪
Cut ham into uniform ¼-inch cubes and distribute evenly across the crust before adding custard to prevent ham clumping and ensure every slice has balanced meat distribution.
Master the Doneness Test ✓
Quiche is done when the center jiggles slightly when gently shaken (not liquidy), and a knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean—typically 375°F for 35-40 minutes.