Magic Ham and Cheese Quiche
Magic Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ingredients
For the Custard
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk, whole, or as needed to reach 1 1/2 cups total liquid with eggs
For the Fillings
- 1 cup diced ham, or as desired
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped, or as desired
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese blend, such as cheddar and Monterey Jack, or as desired
For Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
For the Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust, 9-inch, in an aluminum pan
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Prepare the custard: Crack the 3 large eggs into a 2-cup liquid measuring cup. Whisk the eggs lightly until combined.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Achieve the 'Magic Ratio': Pour milk into the measuring cup with the whisked eggs until the total liquid volume reaches the 1 1/2-cup mark. Whisk again to thoroughly combine the eggs and milk.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Prepare the fillings: If not already done, dice the ham and chop the green onions.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Combine fillings and custard: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced ham, chopped green onions, and shredded cheese. Pour the prepared egg and milk custard mixture over the fillings in the bowl.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Season and mix: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir all the ingredients thoroughly with a spatula until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Assemble the quiche: Carefully pour the entire mixture into the pre-made pie crust in its aluminum pan. Gently spread the mixture evenly within the crust. You may lightly poke the surface with a fork to release any air bubbles.
⏱️ 2 min
- 8
Bake: Place the pie crust (preferably on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills and for easier handling) into the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the quiche is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400
- 9
Serve: Allow the quiche to stand for a few minutes after baking before slicing and serving. This allows the custard to fully set.
⏱️ 5 min
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Magic Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ingredients
For the Custard
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk, whole, or as needed to reach 1 1/2 cups total liquid with eggs
For the Fillings
- 1 cup diced ham, or as desired
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped, or as desired
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese blend, such as cheddar and Monterey Jack, or as desired
For Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
For the Crust
- 1 pre-made pie crust, 9-inch, in an aluminum pan
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Prepare the custard: Crack the 3 large eggs into a 2-cup liquid measuring cup. Whisk the eggs lightly until combined.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Achieve the 'Magic Ratio': Pour milk into the measuring cup with the whisked eggs until the total liquid volume reaches the 1 1/2-cup mark. Whisk again to thoroughly combine the eggs and milk.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Prepare the fillings: If not already done, dice the ham and chop the green onions.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Combine fillings and custard: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced ham, chopped green onions, and shredded cheese. Pour the prepared egg and milk custard mixture over the fillings in the bowl.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Season and mix: Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir all the ingredients thoroughly with a spatula until well combined.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Assemble the quiche: Carefully pour the entire mixture into the pre-made pie crust in its aluminum pan. Gently spread the mixture evenly within the crust. You may lightly poke the surface with a fork to release any air bubbles.
⏱️ 2 min - 8
Bake: Place the pie crust (preferably on a baking sheet to catch any potential spills and for easier handling) into the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the quiche is golden brown and set in the center. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
⏱️ 30 min•🌡️ 400 - 9
Serve: Allow the quiche to stand for a few minutes after baking before slicing and serving. This allows the custard to fully set.
⏱️ 5 min