quick & easy ham gruyere quiche

Prep Time10

Cook Time35

Total Time45

Servings:

Calories: 246kcal

Author: Lovoni

1/2 package puff pastry, 17.03 oz/483g, thawed according to package directions 1 sheet
a little flour for dusting
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup half and half or whole milk
4 large eggs
pinch of nutmeg
sea salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup grated gruyere cheese
1 cup chopped ham
salad for serving optional

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) pie dish.
Roll the pastry on a little dusted counter until it’s just large enough to cover the base and side of the pie dish. Place the pastry into the dish, gently pressing it up the side of the dish. Prick the bottom of the pastry base in several places with a fork. Tuck any overhanging pastry inside the dish.
Whisk together the cream, half and half, eggs, nutmeg, salt & pepper.
Sprinkle half the cheese over the pastry. Scatter the ham over the cheese. Carefully pour in the cream mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Tuck any overhanging pastry inside the dish. Bake the quiche on the bottom rack of the oven for 35 minutes until the top is golden and the filling is set.
Remove from the oven to wire rack; let cool. The quiche becomes firm as it cools. Serve a little warm but the filling will be very soft. Or let cool completely and serve at room temperature. Put the quiche into the fridge for an hour or two before serving. Serve with salad.