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Delicious ham and cheese quiche made with a premade crust for easy preparation.

Easy Quiche — Ham and Cheese

A simple and cozy ham and cheese quiche that's perfect for brunch, quick dinners, or a snack using basic ingredients you likely already have at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 ready-made pie crust 1 ready-made pie crust Store bought or homemade
  • 6 large 6 large eggs The base of the quiche
  • 1 cup 1 cup milk or half and half Use half and half for a richer flavor
  • 1 cup 1 cup chopped ham Leftover or deli ham works
  • 1 cup 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, Swiss, or a mix
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup minced onion Optional for added flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to the saltiness of the ham
  • a pinch a pinch of dried herbs Optional, like parsley or thyme

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. If desired, blind bake the pie crust by pre-baking it for about 10 minutes.
  3. Scatter the chopped ham and shredded cheese evenly in the pie crust.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk (or half and half), minced onion, salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
  5. Pour the egg mixture into the pie crust over the ham and cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly.
  7. Let the quiche rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Tip: Use a sheet pan under the pie dish to catch any spills, and do not overfill the crust. Cheese should go on the bottom for better texture. Quiche can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently.