If you’re looking for a dish that feels a little special but is surprisingly simple to make, this cheddar and ham quiche is a great place to start. It combines creamy eggs, savory ham, and melted cheese in a flaky crust for a meal that works just as well for brunch as it does for dinner. Whether you’re feeding guests or just using up leftover ham, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Once you try it, you’ll see why quiche is such a go-to comfort food.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS FOR CRUST:

• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 6 Tablespoons butter

• 2 ounces grated cheddar cheese

• 1/2 cup half and half cream

INGREDIENTSFOR FILLING:

• 5 eggs, beaten

• 1-1/2 cups milk or half and half cream

• 8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated

• 1/8 teaspoon pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 2 to 3 drops Tabasco sauce

• 1 Tablespoon chopped parsley

• 3/4 cup diced ham or cooked bacon

• 1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper

• 1/3 cup chopped onion

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Combine flour and salt in medium bowl.  Cut in butter; add cheese.  Add cream and, using a fork, toss mixture until it barely holds together.  If mixture seems too wet, add another Tablespoon flour.  Do not overmix (ingredients must be mixed by hand).   

Step 2:

Form into a ball and roll out on lightly floured board.  Place dough in a nine-inch deep-dish pie plate.  Fold edges under to form a standing, thickened rim.  Flute edges.  Combine all filling ingredients, mixing well.  Pour into pastry shell.  Bake 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.  Let sit ten minutes out of oven and serve.

This cheddar and ham quiche proves that you don’t need complicated ingredients to make something satisfying and delicious. It’s versatile, easy to prepare ahead, and perfect for almost any occasion. Give it a try, and you’ll have a reliable recipe you can come back to again and again.