For an extra crispy crust, par-bake it with pie weights for the first 10 minutes. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables based on what's in season. Asparagus, zucchini, or even roasted sweet potatoes would be delicious additions. If you don't have Gruyere cheese, Swiss or Emmental cheese would work as great substitutes. Quiche can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.
Very Veggie, Ham, and Gruyere Quiche
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS6
Imagine a symphony of flavors dancing on your palate! This quiche, with its golden hash brown crust, is a celebration of fresh vegetables, savory ham, and nutty Gruyere cheese. Perfect for a delightful brunch or a sophisticated light lunch.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Cholesterol89 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein17 g
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Saturated Fat18 g
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Sodium561 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat33 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 9-inch quiche or pie pan with cooking spray. (Time: 5 minutes)
02
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Place thawed, shredded hash browns on paper towels and lightly press with another paper towel to remove excess moisture. (Time: 5 minutes)
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Pour hash browns in the prepared pan, and press on the bottom and up the sides of the pan to form a crust. Brush the sides and bottom of the hash brown crust with melted butter. Use a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap to press the potatoes firmly on the bottom and sides of the pan again, making sure there are no gaps. (Time: 10 minutes)
04
Step
17 mins
Bake crust in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes, adding 5-minute increments if needed. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (Time: 20 minutes)
05
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5 mins
While the crust is baking, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small skillet and cook the chopped red bell pepper, chopped fresh mushrooms, and chopped scallions, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Add chopped spinach and cook until spinach is just wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Set cooked vegetables aside and allow to cool. (Time: 7 minutes)
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Beat eggs, cream, and remaining salt and pepper together in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in cooked vegetables and 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese. (Time: 5 minutes)
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Place sliced Gruyere cheese on the bottom of the baked crust, cutting to fit. Sprinkle diced ham on top of the sliced Gruyere, and pour egg mixture over all. Sprinkle remaining shredded Gruyere on top. (Time: 5 minutes)
08
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33 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the center of the quiche is set, and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool on a rack for about 15 minutes. Slice and serve warm, or at room temperature. (Time: 50 minutes)
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