Southern Ham-And-Cheese Pie Recipe

Name: Southern Ham-And-Cheese Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 large eggs; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 3 ounces ham, chopped; 6 ounces muenster cheese, grated; 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 bunches scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 large tomato, cut into wedges; 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 4 ounces mesclun greens (about 4 cups); 1/2 head escarole, torn, or 1 bunch dandelion greens, trimmed

Servings: persons

10 large eggs
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 ounces ham, chopped
6 ounces muenster cheese, grated
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 bunches scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large tomato, cut into wedges
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
4 ounces mesclun greens (about 4 cups)
1/2 head escarole, torn, or 1 bunch dandelion greens, trimmed

1
Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the broiler.
2
Whisk the eggs, 2 tablespoons water and the cayenne in a large bowl.
3
Fold in the ham and half of the cheese.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an ovenproof 6-to-8-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the pan.
5
Add the scallions, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste; cook until soft, 4 to 5 minutes.
6
Reduce the heat to medium low, pour in the egg mixture and stir gently with a rubber spatula to distribute the fillings.
7
Cook until the bottom is just set, about 4 minutes.
8
Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, transfer to the oven and bake until puffed and golden, about 10 minutes.
9
Let stand while you prepare the salad.
10
Season the tomato with salt and black pepper and toss with the vinegar, sugar and the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl.
11
Add the greens and toss.
12
Slice the pie and serve with the salad.
13
Per serving: Calories 555; Fat 39 g (Saturated 14 g); Cholesterol 590 mg; Sodium 901 mg; Carbohydrate 21 g; Fiber 6 g; Protein 32 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 large eggs, Pinch of cayenne pepper, 3 ounces ham, chopped, 6 ounces muenster cheese, grated, and more.

Yes, Southern Ham-And-Cheese Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Southern Ham-And-Cheese Pie

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