Crustless Quiche

CRUSTLESS QUICHE
Serves 6 to 8.

Equipment

9-inch pie plate

small mixing bowl


Ingredients

8 ounces (227 g) cooked ham, cut into bite-size pieces

1 cup (113 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

4 eggs, beaten

8 ounces (227 g) cottage cheese



Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 375° F/190° C. Spray 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Spread ham on bottom of pie plate and sprinkle with 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3. Mix eggs, cottage cheese, and remaining cheddar cheese and pour over the ham and cheese.

4. Bake for 45 minutes or until slightly golden brown.

Variations

Sauteed Spinach: Use leftover Sauteed Spinach for the bottom layer, then top with chopped ham and proceed with the rest of the recipe.

Spinach: Layer one 10 oz box frozen spinach (thawed and drained) or any other frozen green vegetable in bottom of pan. Mix eggs, cheese, and cottage cheese and pour over vegetables.

Seafood: Substitute 3/4 cup chopped seafood of choice for ham.
Add other vegetables, such as cooked broccoli, onions, or roasted red peppers. You can even use jalapeño peppers for a little spice.