Easy Ham, Caramelized Onion, and Gruyere Quiche Recipe
Do you love quiche but find it intimidating to make? Don't worry, this ham, caramelized onion, and gruyere quiche recipe is super simple and I'll guide you through every step. The caramelized onions add a sweet and creamy flavor that pairs perfectly with the smoky ham, nutty gruyere cheese, and fresh thyme. This quiche is not only delicious but also a great option for a protein-packed meal that won't leave you feeling heavy. Plus, you can make it ahead of time and reheat it when needed. Check out the ingredients you'll need and let's get started with the easy step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients:
- Roll-out pie crust
- Ham, chopped into small pieces
- Gruyere cheese, grated
- Onions, caramelized
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried mustard
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking steps:
- Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface.
- Use a bowl slightly bigger than your tart pans to cut out circles of dough.
- Press the pie dough into the tart pans and remove any excess dough.
- Let the dough come to room temperature.
- Prick the bottom of the dough with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- Bake the empty shells at 400 degrees for about 9-10 minutes.
- Let the shells cool while you prepare the onions.
- Sauté the onions in butter until caramelized.
- Chop the ham into small pieces and grate the gruyere cheese.
- In a bowl, mix together the milk, evaporated milk, fresh thyme, dried mustard, eggs, salt, and pepper to make the egg batter.
- Add a pinch of cheese to the bottom of each pastry, followed by a pinch of ham and caramelized onions.
- Pour the egg mixture over the tarts.
- Bake the quiches at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until a clean knife comes out clean.
- Let the quiches rest for about 5 minutes before removing them from the pans.
- Serve warm or refrigerate for later. Enjoy!
