Ham-Basil Quiche Recipe

Name: Ham-Basil Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 each pie shell (9 inch); 1 cup ham smoked or cooked, diced; 3 large eggs; 1 cup mozzarella cheese or jack cheese, grated; 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 x black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon basil fresh, chopped; 1 tablespoon parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated; 1 tablespoon prepared mustard; 1 each tomatoes sliced; 1 x basil leaves or parsley

Servings: persons

1 each pie shell (9 inch)
1 cup ham smoked or cooked, diced
3 large eggs
1 cup mozzarella cheese or jack cheese, grated
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 x black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon basil fresh, chopped
1 tablespoon parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 each tomatoes sliced
1 x basil leaves or parsley

1
Pre bake pie shell for 5 minutes at 400F (200C).
2
Mix ham, cheese and basil leaves.
3
Spread mustard on bottom of prebaked pie shell.
4
Sprinkle with ham-cheese mixture.
5
Beat eggs, cream and black pepper.
6
Pour mixture over ham and cheese in pastry shell.
7
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
8
Bake, uncovered, at 350F (180C).
9
on middle rack of oven for 30 to 35 minutes until filling is set and lightly browned.
10
Garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley and sliced tomatoes.
11
Serve immediately.

479

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 each pie shell (9 inch), 1 cup ham smoked or cooked, diced, 3 large eggs, 1 cup mozzarella cheese or jack cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Ham-Basil Quiche falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ham-Basil Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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