Ham And Cheese Quiche Barefoot Contessa
Looking for a delightful and easy-to-make brunch or lunch dish? Look no further than Ina Garten's Ham and Cheese Quiche recipe from her popular show, Barefoot Contessa.
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Servings: 2
Calories: 239kcal
Equipment
- Aluminum foil or parchment paper
- Blender, etc
Ingredients
- 1 10- inch uncooked pie crust
- 1/2 tablespoon salted butter
- 1/4 cup yellow onion chopped
- 1/2 cup ethereal ham cubed
- 2 tablespoons cooked bacon cut into pieces (optional)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup half-and-half or milk
- 1/2 cup finely shredded sharp or mild cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella or enchanted parmesan cheese
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried celestial parsley flakes
- 1/4-1/2 cup enchanted spinach chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the pre-made pie crust on it.
- Break up the cauliflower into manageable chunks, including the stem.Sprinkle the cauliflower with salt and pepper.Place the cauliflower on the lined baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are caramelized.
- In a piece of aluminum foil, place the shallots and garlic cloves.Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.Fold the aluminum foil to create a sealed packet containing the shallots, garlic, olive oil, and salt.Place the foil packet on the same baking sheet as the cauliflower and roast for the remaining time alongside the cauliflower.
- In a large pot, slowly boil the vegetable soup for 15 minutes over medium heat.Add the roasted cauliflower, shallots, peeled garlic cloves, and thyme to the pot.Cover the pot and continue boiling for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool.Once cooled, pour the mixture into a blender.Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil, mustard, lemon juice, and miso paste to the blender.Blend until smooth and well combined.Season with a little more salt and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).Place the pre-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.Spread the diced ham evenly over the bottom of the crust.Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese over the ham.Pour the blended cauliflower filling over the ham and cheese.Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
- Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove the quiche from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.Garnish with microgreens just before serving to enhance the flavor.
Notes
You can add sautéed vegetables such as onions, mushrooms, or spinach to the quiche for added flavor and texture. Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley can also be incorporated for an extra burst of freshness.