Ham & Cheese Quiche – Dessert for Two

Ham and cheese quiche recipe that’s so easy to make! It makes use of store-bought pie crust, and comes collectively rapidly. An awesome use for leftover ham, too!

This Ham Quiche Recipe makes an excellent breakfast!

I am unable to consider something I might somewhat eat on a Sunday than this easy, straightforward to make forward meal. I am unable to make it via the Easter season with out consuming ham and cheese quiche a number of occasions. Nonetheless, in case you made it via Easter with out it, you’ll certainly see it the next week as a method to make use of up leftover Easter ham.

One other good way to make use of leftover ham is my insanely addictive ham and cheese casserole! I really like that recipe!

However even when it isn’t Easter time, I depend on quiche to offer a fast and filling breakfast on-the-go. I really like that I can pre-slice it and hold it within the fridge. I pop it within the toaster oven to reheat so the crust stays crispy. Then, I eat it within the college drop-off line whereas I inch ahead at a snail’s tempo. I’ve even been capable of persuade Camille to eat the small cups of it.

For the occasions when you do not wish to make a large quiche that serves 8-10 individuals, make little quiche cups in a muffin pan! I am going to embody each recipes under!

It is a commonplace measurement muffin pan, and you will get 4 quiche cups with each bit of store-bought pie dough. Often, two are available in a field, so you may make 8 mini quiche at a time, too.

Substances for Ham Quiche

The good information is that ham and cheese quiche requires such few substances!

• Retailer purchased pie crust. Sure, you may make your grandmother’s prize-winning pie crust. Or, you can simply use store-bought and save the time, soiled dishes, and mess. The selection is yours.
• Leftover ham. If you haven’t any leftover, you should buy chopped ham within the deli part of your grocery retailer.
• Shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack. These are simply my cheeses of alternative. You need to use any sort of white cheese you want, however I do advocate sticking with the extra-sharp cheddar as a result of it flavors the complete quiche.
• Eggs. You in all probability noticed that one coming.
• Heavy cream. Dairy combined with eggs is what makes the silky custard a part of our quiche.
• Chives. Utterly non-obligatory, however very tasty.
• Spices. I exploit garlic powder and onion powder in just about every part I prepare dinner nowadays, as a result of it makes every part style so savory and scrumptious.

Learn how to make Ham and Cheese Quiche

1. Learn the instructions on the pie crust box–you’ll in all probability must thaw it on the counter to make it pliable. Drape it in a 9″ pie plate or use a spherical biscuit cutter to chop 4 circles out for mini quiches.
2. In a big bowl, whisk collectively the eggs very nicely, adopted by the cream. As soon as this combination is homogenous, whisk in every part else: shredded cheese, spices, herbs, and chopped leftover ham.
3. Pour the custard combination into the crust. Earlier than you slide it right into a preheated oven, use a butter knife to make sure the substances are evenly distributed within the crust. You don’t need one piece to have all the ham!
4. Bake, let cool briefly after which serve.

What to serve with Ham Cheese Quiche

I serve quiche with a easy spring salad with a tangy French dressing on the facet. The precise quiche is so wealthy, so it actually wants a light-weight spring combine salad with a tangy dressing.

Storing this Ham and Cheese Quiche Recipe

Retailer leftover quiche coated within the fridge for as much as 3 days. You’ll be able to freeze leftover quiche if tightly wrapped in freezer containers for as much as 3 months. Defrost within the fridge in a single day, heat via gently within the oven and serve.

Learn how to reheat Ham & Cheese Quiche

As talked about, I like to make the large batch model of this ham and cheese quiche to have for breakfasts all week lengthy. To be able to retailer leftover quiche, slice it up, let it cool fully, after which retailer it in air-tight containers. To reheat, place one slice (or one mini quiche cup) in a toaster oven or oven set to heat/ 250°F till heat, about 10-Quarter-hour.

I do not advocate heating quiche within the microwave, because the crust can get soggy and moist. A crisp, buttery crust is paramount right here! Each recipes for the large and small variations are under within the recipe card–enjoy!