Ham Quiche

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pre-made pie crust (9 inches): 1
• Heavy cream: 1 cup
• Whole milk: 1/2 cup
• Large eggs: 4
• Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Diced ham: 1 cup
• Shredded Gruyere cheese: 1 cup
• Chopped fresh chives: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the cream, milk, eggs, mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir in the ham, cheese, and chives.
4. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (1/8 of quiche):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 150mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Rich and creamy texture
• Golden-brown crust
• Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or lunch

User Comments:

• "This quiche was absolutely delicious! The ham and cheese were so tasty and the crust was flaky and perfect."
• "I loved the creamy filling and the ham added a nice salty flavor."
• "This is a great recipe for a crowd-pleasing dish. It's easy to make and everyone always raves about it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overfill the pie crust, as the filling will expand during baking.
• If you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use any other type of mustard or even a squeeze of lemon juice.
• Serve the quiche warm with a side of green salad or fruit.