Impossible Ham Quiche

This Impossible Ham Quiche is a delightful twist on the traditional French tart, offering all the rich, savory flavors without the need for a pastry crust. The base is a tender blend of flour and butter that sets up perfectly during baking, providing a satisfying texture that holds the creamy custard together. Packed with diced cooked ham, earthy sauted mushrooms, and a luxurious mix of Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheeses, every bite is a balance of salty, cheesy, and savory notes. A hint of hot sauce adds a subtle kick that brightens the richness of the eggs and sour cream. Its an excellent choice for brunch, a light dinner, or even a make-ahead lunch. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish is both comforting and elegant, making it a family favorite for casual weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing

Cuisine: French

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 10

Calories: 574.4

Description

This Impossible Ham Quiche is a delightful twist on the traditional French tart, offering all the rich, savory flavors without the need for a pastry crust. The base is a tender blend of flour and butter that sets up perfectly during baking, providing a satisfying texture that holds the creamy custard together. Packed with diced cooked ham, earthy sauted mushrooms, and a luxurious mix of Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheeses, every bite is a balance of salty, cheesy, and savory notes. A hint of hot sauce adds a subtle kick that brightens the richness of the eggs and sour cream. Its an excellent choice for brunch, a light dinner, or even a make-ahead lunch. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this dish is both comforting and elegant, making it a family favorite for casual weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

1/2 lbs Mushrooms; freshsliced
1/4 cups All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Butter or margarine; melted
1 teaspoons Onion powder
4 Eggs To 8 drops Hot Sauce
8 oz Sour cream; commercial
8 oz Monterey Jack cheese; *
1/2 cups Parmesan cheese; grated
1/2 cups Cooked ham; chopped

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease a 10-inch quiche dish or pie plate with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
2
In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and saut until they are lightly browned and have released their moisture.
3
Drain the mushrooms well to remove excess liquid, then set them aside to cool slightly.
4
In a blender or large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sour cream, remaining melted butter, all-purpose flour, onion powder, hot sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. Blend or whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
5
Stir the cooked mushrooms, chopped ham, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese into the egg mixture until evenly distributed.
6
Pour the mixture into the prepared greased quiche dish, spreading it evenly.
7
Bake for 45 minutes, or until the quiche is set in the center, puffed, and golden brown on top.
8
Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 574.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52.0g80%
Saturated Fat 31.0g155%
Cholesterol 132.4mg45%
Sodium 590.6mg25%
Total Carbohydrate 12.4g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 10.6g
Protein 17.1g35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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