Western Quiche

Western Quiche 

1 pie shell

4 green onions, thinly sliced 

1/2 red pepper, chopped

2 tbsp butter

4 oz smoked ham, chopped 

1 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 

1 cup heavy cream 

6 eggs 

1 tsp garlic salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp onion powder 

1/4 tsp ground mustard 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Prick the bottom of a prepared pie shell using a fork and bake for 5 minutes. 

In a small skillet, melt the butter and sautée the onion and pepper until soft, approximately 3 minutes. 

Layer 1/2 half of the ham and then 1/2 of the shredded cheese on the bottom of the pie shell. 

Whisk together the eggs, cream and seasonings. Add the sautéed Vegies mixing well. 

Pour 1/2 over the first layer of ham and cheese, then repeat with ham, cheese and egg mixture. 

Place on a baking sheet in the oven and cook for 10 minutes. 

Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake an additional 35 - 40 minutes. 

Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.