The cream cheese in this recipe gives it extra richness and a super creamy texture. Use your favorite savory pie crust recipe or purchase one pre-made. You can also use freshly grated cheese instead of the slices if you prefer.
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
2 eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chopped ham or other cooked meat
2 tablespoons snipped dill or green onion
1 unbaked 9" pie shell
1 package (8 ounce size) Swiss or Cheddar cheese slices
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Whip cream cheese with eggs. Add salt and pepper. Blend well. Gently stir in ham and dill or green onion. Spoon into pie shell. Top with cheese.
Bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
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Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother blending with the eggs.
Chop the ham into small, uniform pieces for even distribution in the quiche.
Try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the egg mixture for added flavor.
If using a frozen store-bought pie crust, thaw it according to package instructions before using.
For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and cheese slices (the texture may vary a bit).
Garnish the quiche with additional dill or green onion, if desired.
Allow the quiche to stand for a few minutes after baking for easier slicing.
Try adding different herbs like basil or thyme for different flavor variations.
If the edges of the crust brown too quickly, cover them with foil during baking.
Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature.
Yes, you can use any cheese you prefer, like Gruyere, mozzarella, or a blend of your favorite cheeses.
While cream cheese is recommended for its taste and texture, you can use Neufchatel, Mascarpone, silken tofu, cottage cheese, or ricotta cheese as a substitute. The texture and flavor and overall outcome may vary.
Yes, you can add sauteed vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms
The quiche is done when the center is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
Yes, you can bake the quiche ahead of time and reheat it before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave
Yes, cool the quiche completely, then wrap it tightly and freeze. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
For this recipe, pre-baking is not required, but you can pre-bake the crust for a crisper bottom.
You can use other cooked meats like bacon, turkey, or sausage, or skip the meat for a meatless version.
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This Italian cheese is so versatile that it can be used in both sweet and savory recipes from cheesecakes to lasagnas.
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reviews & comments
I forgot to mention that I use 2 teaspoons of dried dill. Use 2 tablespoons if you are using fresh dill.
May 12, 2023
I have been making this quiche for about 40 years for Christmas morning breckfast. It came from Bon Appetit To Busy to Cook cookbook. The last few years I have been having friends over for Brunch and I always make this, exactly as written but I had about 2 cups of diced ham from a ham steak and really cover the top with lots of shredded cheese. EVERYONE loves it and wants the recipe.it is so delicious. Making it again for Mothers day brunch this year. You can't go wrong with this one.
June 23, 2020
The pie (egg mixture) did not rise enough. The crust nearly burned at 400 degrees after 15 minutes. I did turn the oven down to 375 for remaining time. I was a bit a disappointed in the flavor as well. Unless you can explain how to improve, Iâm sorry to say I wonât be making it again. I really thought I followed your recipe as instructed. Something went wrong. I have made quiche before successfully but it has been many years ago. Please advise.
October 13, 2014
used ham and cooked asparagus it was very good
August 22, 2013
This is a more dense quiche than one made with cream but it's very tasty.
December 18, 2012
WOW! Great recipe. There is not many quiche recipes that I have not tried but this one is one of the best.