Description
An easy, healthy and delicious weeknight meal idea! This crustless quiche is perfect for a quick dinner on the go, or a sit-down brunch.
Ingredients
1 lb asparagus, washed, ends snapped off and cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter
6 eggs
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups gruyere
5 oz ham steak, diced
3 scallions, white and green sections
Instructions
In a medium pan, cook the asparagus and garlic in the butter over medium heat until the asparagus is fork-tender. Season with a little extra salt and pepper. Once asparagus is done cooking, set aside, and preheat the oven to 350 F.
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Transfer the asparagus as well as the ham into a greased 9″ tart dish, pie dish, or an 8×8 casserole. By doing this first, we can be sure that all of the meat and veggies are evenly distributed. Top with the shredded gruyere, and then with the chopped scallions.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ham, asparagus, cheese and scallions. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the very middle of the quiche is just a little wobbly in the middle if you give it a gentle shake. Allow to cool before serving.
Nina | 16th May 21
This is amazing! I did not have ham available, so I substituted the ham for prosciutto and it was unbelievable. I mean, and so easy to make… You owe it to yourself to make it. My 11 year old loved to make it and told me it was delicious! Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Juliane Sinatra | 21st Sep 21
I have more of a question, When you say make ahead, do you mean wholly cooked and re-heated or mix the ingredients and put the pans in the refrigerator until ready to bake? I am making this tomorrow night,
M Shaw | 17th Apr 22
I made this for Easter brunch. It was easy. I had all the ingredients on hand. And best of all it was Delicious! Thanks!
Shirley Long | 19th Apr 22
This is an awesome recipe and everyone loved it. Is there a less expensive cheese that could be substituted. Will definitely make this one again.
Susan | 8th Mar 23
I am thinking of trying this recipe but substituting the ham with some smoked salmon. I wonder if I should still use the nutmeg or possibly replace it with another spice.
Bliss807 | 22nd Apr 23
In response to the ‘less expensive cheese’ comment above, I used a bag of Aldi Swiss and Gruyere blend and it was delicious. A bit more expensive than their regular grated cheeses but a lot more economical than pure gruyere.
Cindy Woods | 24th Sep 23
This sounds delish. I want to make it for friends this weekend. Can I prepare it the day before so I only have to put it in the oven Sat. morning? If I go ahead and bake it would it reheat in the oven ok?