Broccoli, Ham & Cheese Quiche

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This quiche recipe is full of broccoli, Cheddar cheese and smoky ham surrounded by a crispy hash brown crust. Look for precooked shredded potatoes in the dairy section or in the produce section--or use frozen hash brown potatoes in this easy quiche recipe.

Broccoli, Ham & Cheese Quiche
Photo: Photographer / Victor Protasio, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke
Active Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 40 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 16 ounces precooked shredded potatoes or frozen hash browns (thawed)

  • 1 3/4 cups liquid egg substitute, such as Egg Beaters, or 8 eggs, beaten, divided

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil or extra-virgin olive oil

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups finely chopped broccoli florets

  • 1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

  • ¾ cup finely diced smoked ham

  • ¾ cup reduced-fat sour cream

  • ¼ cup minced fresh chives

  • teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Generously coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

  2. If using hash browns, squeeze any excess moisture from the thawed potatoes. Toss shredded potatoes (or hash browns) with 1/4 cup egg substitute, flour, oil and salt in a medium bowl. Pat the mixture into the bottom and 2 inches up the sides of the prepared springform pan. Bake until the potatoes are beginning to brown at the edges, 35 to 40 minutes.

  3. Fill the crust with broccoli, cheese and ham. Whisk the remaining 1 1/2 cups egg substitute, sour cream, chives and pepper in a medium bowl. Place the pan on the prepared baking sheet and pour the egg mixture over the filling.

  4. Bake the quiche until the center is just set, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let cool for 15 minutes. Run a knife around the edges to loosen the sides, remove the pan sides and cut the quiche into wedges.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Prepare crust; cool, wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Let stand at room temperature while you continue with Step 3 and preheat oven.

Equipment: 9-inch springform pan

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2012

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

297 Calories
16g Fat
17g Carbs
21g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 slice
Calories 297
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 21g 43%
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Vitamin A 1360IU 27%
Vitamin C 32mg 35%
Folate 46mcg 12%
Sodium 622mg 27%
Calcium 212mg 16%
Iron 3mg 16%
Magnesium 26mg 6%
Potassium 436mg 9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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