Crustless Ham-and-Leek Quiche

Name: Crustless Ham-and-Leek Quiche
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for pan; 2 medium leeks, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 oz. thinly sliced deli ham, torn into pieces; 8 large eggs; 1 c. crème fraîche; 1 c. whole milk; 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard; 4 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (about 1 cup); 2 tbsp. chopped fresh chives; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

This dish allows you to embrace a morning-of tradition with maximal time for merriment.

By Taylor MurrayPublished: Oct 29, 2019

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Brian Woodcock

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

1 hr 10 mins

This quiche is the ultimate make-ahead brunch dish. Prepare the egg mixture on Christmas Eve and refrigerate in an airtight container. Come December 25, pour it into an oiled baking dish and bake as directed. Easy!

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more for pan
2 medium leeks, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 oz. thinly sliced deli ham, torn into pieces
8 large eggs
1 cup crème fraîche
1 cup whole milk
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
4 ounces Gruyère cheese, grated (about 1 cup)
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly oil a 2-quart baking dish.
2. Step 2Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add ham; cook until liquid is evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Step 3Beat together eggs, crème fraîche, milk, mustard, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a bowl. Fold in cheese, chives, parsley, and leek mixture; transfer to the prepared pan.
4. Step 4Bake until just set, 45 to 55 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.