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Ham, Cheese-Style Quiche with Garlic and Cream recipe
A rich, savoury quiche with a buttery pastry case, smoky ham and a silky garlic cream filling. It bakes to a golden finish with a tender set centre, perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
65 min · Medium · French Jump to method
Ingredients
- 1 Pastry Case
- 150g Ham
- 4 Eggs
- 250ml Single Cream
- 1 clove Garlic
- 20g Butter
- 50g Soft Cheese
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 456 kcal |
| Protein | 13.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20.8 g |
| Fat | 33.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 15.7 g |
| Fibre | 0.9 g |
| Sugar | 1.8 g |
| Sodium | 448 mg |
Why this works
Rich, energy-dense quiche with moderate protein and high saturated fat; best enjoyed as an occasional main or brunch dish.
Protein from eggs, ham and cheese. Provides a reasonable amount of protein per serving, supporting satiety and tissue maintenance.
High saturated fat. Single cream, butter, pastry and soft cheese contribute a high saturated fat load, so this is not a heart-healthy everyday choice.
Sodium from ham and cheese. Ham adds a notable sodium burden, which may be relevant for anyone managing blood pressure or salt intake.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (Fan 170°C, 374°F, Gas Mark 5). Grease a tart tin with a little of the butter, then line it with the pastry case and chill if needed.
- Fry the ham gently for a few minutes, just until lightly coloured, then spread it over the pastry case.
- Crush the garlic and whisk it with the eggs and single cream until smooth. Season well.
- Pour the egg and cream mixture into the pastry case over the ham.
- Dot the remaining butter over the top in small pieces, then bake for 30–35 minutes until set and golden. Leave to cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
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