This ham spinach cheese quiche is one of my favorite recipes. It’s versatile, easy to make, and can be eaten for any meal of the day.
If you love ham recipes, then you’ll love this quiche! You can make this with leftover ham, like from this Ham with Pineapple and Cherries, so it’s super easy to put together.
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Ham Spinach and Cheese Quiche
Quiche is a savory pie that is typically made with eggs, cheese, meat and vegetables. Quiche is popular worldwide and can be served hot or cold.
I love making quiche for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s a great way to use up leftovers, and the possibilities are endless.
Why I Love This Recipe
This delicious, filling quiche is one of my all-time favorite recipes. It’s versatile and easy to make – you’ll never be disappointed with this dish!
- Easy to make
- Looks beautiful on a plate
- Fills the house with a delicious aroma
If you love delicious ham recipes give this Instant Pot Ham Alfredo recipe a try.
Ingredients
This quiche recipe only requires a few simple ingredients, all of which are easy to find at your local grocery store. Here is a list of the ingredients that you will need to make this ham quiche recipe.
- deep dish pie crust, thawed
- butter or oil
- spinach
- eggs
- whole milk
- heavy whipping cream
- cheddar cheese
- ham, cut into small cubes
- garlic powder
- white pepper
- salt, to taste
Substitutions
Kale: If you don’t have spinach on hand, you can substitute kale for a similar flavor and texture.
Bacon: If you’re looking to add some extra flavor and protein to this quiche, try using bacon instead of ham.
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
You only need a few simple kitchen tools to help you make this easy and delicious family friendly recipe.
- large skillet
- large bowl
- cookie sheet
How to Make Ham Spinach Cheese Quiche
It only takes a few simple steps and a little bit of time to make this super easy quiche recipe. Even the picky eaters in your family will enjoy this ham spinach quiche.
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350F.
Step 2: Bake the pie crust
Use a fork to make small pricks all over the pie crust and then bake for 8 minutes.
Step 3: Heat the butter and oil in a skillet
In a large skillet, heat the butter or oil over medium heat.
Step 4: Wilt the spinach
Once butter is hot, add the spinach and stir occasionally until completely wilted. Remove from heat.
Step 5: Beat the eggs, milk and cream
In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk and heavy cream. Beat in the seasoning.
Step 6: Add in the remaining ingredients
Stir in the cooked spinach, cheese and ham.
Step 7: Fill the pie shell
Pour the mixture into your pre-baked pie shell and place on a cookie sheet to prevent oven spills.
Step 8: Bake the ham spinach quiche
Place quiche in the oven and continue baking for 25-35 minutes, until eggs are completely cooked through.
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
Want to make this quiche your own? Try adding in some of your favorite ingredients. Here are a few variations that you can try.
Vegetables: Try adding in some of your favorite cooked vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower or carrots.
Monterey Jack Cheese: If you’re looking for a different type of cheese, Monterey jack cheese would be a great choice.
Spicy: Add in a few teaspoons of your favorite hot sauce for a spicy quiche.
Serving Suggestions
Are you wondering what to serve with your ham spinach and cheese quiche? Here are my favorite ways to serve with this dish.
Salad: Serve a light and refreshing salad alongside your quiche for a well-rounded meal.
Soup: A warm and cozy soup is the perfect companion to a cheesy quiche.
Bread: No meal is complete without some delicious bread! Try serving a crusty loaf of bread with your quiche.
Fruit: A sweet and juicy piece of fruit is the perfect way to finish off your meal.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this ham spinach cheese quiche recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions about this easy recipe.
Once the quiche has cooled completely, you can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
You can either reheat the quiche in the oven at 350F for about 10-15 minutes, or you can microwave it for a few minutes until it’s warm all the way through.
This quiche can be frozen for up to 2-3 months. Just make sure to thaw it in the fridge before serving.
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📋 Recipe
Ham Spinach Cheese Quiche
Equipment
- large skillet
- Large bowl
- Cookie Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 deep dish pie crust thawed
- 1 Tablespoon butter or oil
- 5 cups spinach
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup ham cut into small cubes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Use a fork to make small pricks all over the pie crust and then bake for 8 minutes.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter or oil over medium heat.
- Once butter is hot, add the spinach and stir occasionally until completely wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, milk and heavy cream. Beat in the seasoning.
- Stir in the cooked spinach, cheese and ham.
- Pour the mixture into your pre-baked pie shell and place on a cookie sheet to prevent oven spills.
- Place quiche in the oven and continue baking for 25-35 minutes, until eggs are completely cooked through.
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