How to Make Easy Quiche

Quiche is so easy to make. It's a nice lunch dish or great for a light supper. Quiche travels well which makes it great for picnics too! This recipe is super easy because it uses a pre-made frozen pie crust. Perfect for summer. I hope you will give quiche a try today. The variations are endless.

Ingredients (Makes 2 Quiche)
1 pkg frozen pie shells (two shells)
1 bunch fresh broccoli, chopped and blanched (you could use frozen too)
1 pre-cooked ham steak
1 cup caramelized onion
2 TBSP melted butter
2 cloves garlic, chopped and sauteed
salt & pepper to taste
1 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
fresh nutmeg or 1/2 tsp of ground
1 cup milk or cream or a combination
3 large eggs at room temp. (you can make this using 2 eggs. Rule of thumb is 2 eggs for every 1 Cup of milk)
1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese (gruyere)

Directions
Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake docked shell for 10-15 minutes.
Mix the broccoli, ham, and spices together, set aside.
Lightly beat eggs and add milk and then add the cheese and set aside.
Mix all other ingredients in a separate bowl.
Divide the broccoli/ham mixture between the two pre-baked pie shell(s) and then pour the egg mixture over, dividing it in half between the two pie shells.
Bake the quiche in a preheated oven at 350 F for 40-50 minutes

This will make about 6-8 servings.

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Egg & Spinach Gratin

This delicious Jacques Pepin recipe is easy to prepare and makes a beautiful presentation.

It's delicious as is, but you might want to try it with different cheeses!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 bunch of fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup grated Swiss Cheese
• 1/4 grated Parmesan Cheese
• salt & pepper
• fresh nutmeg
• 2 TBSP butter

Sauce Ingredients

• 1/2 cup milk or cream
• 1 TBSP Flour & 1 TBSP Butter

Instructions

Bring 4 cups of water to the boil and reduce heat so water is at a heavy simmer. Pierce the wide end of each egg with a pin and immediately gently drop into the simmering water.  Cook eggs for 5 minutes. You are aiming for a soft boiled egg.

When time is up drain eggs and crack the shells gently against the side of the pot. Put eggs into a bowl of ice water to cool.

While eggs are cooking, start the sauce. Into a small saucepan on medium heat melt 1 TBSP butter and the flour. Cook for about one minute, but don't let it brown too much. Add the milk/cream while stirring constantly to make a thick sauce.

Wash and drain spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes in a covered skillet. Squeeze out any excess water. Add 2 TBSP of butter to skillet and saute spinach for another 2-3 minutes. Add salt and pepper.

Transfer to oven proof gratin/serving dish.

Peel the eggs and transfer to the bed of spinach. Sprinkle eggs with the Swiss cheese and nutmeg. Pour the sauce over each egg. It should be quite thick and coat the eggs well. Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese and put the dish under a broiler for about 10 minutes or until the cheese melts and turns golden.

Serve immediately with a crusty bread and Champagne, Prosecco or a dry white wine.

Ham & Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Prepare a yummy breakfast ahead of time for your family and friends. This delicious brunch casserole will serve about six people. You could easily substitute ground beef, or bacon for the ham. Try variations with this easy crowd pleaser.

  

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

• 10 slices of cubed day old bread 
• 1/2 cup of pickled hot peppers
• 1/2 lb of pre-cooked ham steak (available at most supermarkets)
• 1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Gruyere, or another favourite)
• 6 large eggs
• 2 Cups of milk (whole, skim or 2%)
• 1 (or two) Tbsp grainy Dijon mustard (or your preference)
• 1/4 tsp. each of Salt & Pepper

Instructions

1. Spray a 9" X 13" baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Combine bread, peppers, hand and cheese in a large bowl, mix well then transfer to the baking dish, distributing evenly.

3. Using the same bowl whisk eggs, add milk, mustard, salt and pepper.

4. Pour the liquid over the bread mixture and ensure everything is covered evenly.

5. Cover and refrigerate overnight or bake right away. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.

6. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake uncovered until a tester comes out clean. About 45 minutes.

*Ovens temperatures may vary.