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Easy Savory Ham and Cheese Quiche

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A quick and easy savory quiche featuring smoky ham, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy cottage cheese egg filling, perfect for breakfasts or brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch (23 cm) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) diced cooked ham (smoked or honey-glazed)
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or Gruyère)
  • ½ cup (120 g) small-curd cottage cheese
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped (or ¼ tsp dried thyme)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
  2. Blind bake the crust (optional but recommended): Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 10 minutes, remove weights and parchment, then bake another 5 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Add the cottage cheese, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper to the egg mixture and stir until smooth.
  5. Fold in the diced ham, shredded cheese, and onion if using, ensuring even distribution.
  6. Pour the filling evenly into the pre-baked crust, filling just to the edges.
  7. Bake on the middle rack for 35-40 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too fast.
  8. Let the quiche cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

[‘Blind baking the crust helps prevent sogginess.’, ‘Use room temperature eggs and milk for smooth filling.’, ‘Do not overbeat eggs to avoid cracks in the filling.’, ‘Check baking progress starting at 30 minutes to avoid overbaking.’, ‘A quick broil for 1-2 minutes can brown the top if needed.’, ‘Substitute almond flour crust for gluten-free option or dairy-free cheese and milk for vegan adaptations.’, ‘Quiche can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for later use.’]

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Keywords: quiche, ham and cheese, breakfast, brunch, savory, easy recipe, quick breakfast, cottage cheese, pie crust

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