Description
This delicious Asparagus and Ham Quiche is so versatile, you can serve it for brunch, lunch, or a light supper. It's a high protein, easy meal and this egg dish is adaptable to using some of your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 9 inch pie crust (homemade or pre-made) *
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1/2 pound cooked ham, chopped
- 1/2 pound asparagus, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
- 3/4 cup cheese (Havarti) *
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic and onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Make your pie crust or follow the instructions for a pre-made one.
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs to combine, stir in the half and half, ham, asparagus, tomatoes, cheese and seasonings.
- Pour mixture into pie crust. Bake for 10 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350°F.
- Continue baking for another 30-40 minutes.
- The quiche is done when a sharp knife is inserted about 1 inch from the edge comes out clean.
- The center may still be very lightly jiggly.
- Cool at least 20 minutes at room temperature before serving. Or you can cover the quiche and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
*Use full fat dairy for the richest, creamiest taste and texture. You can use milk instead of heavy cream or half and half but don't use non-dairy milk or low fat milk.
*If you'd like, choose another semi-soft cheese such as Monterey Jack, Gouda or Swiss.
*Make sure the asparagus and tomatoes are chopped in similar sizes to allow for even cooking.*
*Store leftover quiche covered with food safe plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can serve cold or reheat 1-2 minutes in microwave. Or Reheat in 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes or until hot. To freeze, wrap in plastic and aluminum foil, store in freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 268
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 751mg
- Fat: 16.4g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 12.8g
- Cholesterol: 122mg
