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Ham and Cheese Deep-Dish Quiche Recipe

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This classic ham quiche combines a flaky deep-dish pie crust filled with a rich, savory custard of eggs, cream, diced ham, sautéed onions, garlic, and two types of cheese. Baked to a golden perfection, this versatile dish makes a delicious breakfast, brunch, or light dinner option that can be served hot, warm, or chilled, garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of freshness.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 deep-dish frozen pie crust

Sautéed Vegetables

  • 1/2 cup very finely diced yellow onion
  • 1 Tablespoon salted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Custard

  • 5 eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups diced ham
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Garnish

  • 3 Tablespoons sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375° F to prepare for baking the quiche.
  2. Par-Bake Crust: Place the deep-dish frozen pie crust on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and allow it to cool; keep it on the baking sheet for assembling.
  3. Sauté Onions: In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter and add the finely diced onions. Cook for about 4 minutes or until the onions become translucent.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant, then remove the pan from heat and set aside.
  5. Prepare Custard: In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, dried parsley, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder until fully combined.
  6. Add Filling to Crust: Into the pre-baked crust, evenly distribute the diced ham, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and the sautéed onion and garlic mixture.
  7. Pour Custard: Carefully pour the egg and cream mixture over the filling in the crust, being careful not to overfill.
  8. Distribute Evenly: Gently mix the filling and custard in the crust to ensure even distribution, without scraping the sides of the crust.
  9. Bake Quiche: Place the quiche on the lower rack of the oven and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. If the crust edges start to brown too much, cover them with aluminum foil.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the quiche from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Serve hot, warm, or chilled as desired.
  11. Garnish: Before serving, top with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.

Notes

  • You can substitute the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses with other melting cheeses like Gruyère or Swiss if desired.
  • Using a frozen pie crust saves time, but you can use homemade crust for a more personalized flavor.
  • If the crust edges brown too quickly, covering them with foil halfway during baking prevents burning.
  • The quiche can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator; reheat before serving or enjoy chilled.
  • Feel free to add vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition.

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