Broccoli, Ham and Cheese Quiche
This delightful Broccoli, Ham and Cheese Quiche recipe is a brunch favorite and perfect for weekday breakfasts. Made with leftover ham and fresh broccoli, it’s versatile and easy to customize. Whether you bake it in a cast iron skillet or pie pan, it’s sure to be a hit!
Recipe Steps
I initially featured this recipe on the Wanda Farm blog in March of 2023, and it’s been a staple in my kitchen ever since.
I typically whip up this delightful Broccoli, Ham and Cheese Quiche on lazy Sundays, enjoying the leftovers throughout the week. For a twist, try it with bacon instead of ham, or swap out the broccoli for cauliflower, asparagus, or spinach. Plus, it’s just as tasty as a vegetarian option with bell peppers and more!
Feel free to customize the protein to your liking; bacon or breakfast sausage are excellent options. Experiment with different veggies like cauliflower, asparagus, or spinach, and try various kinds of cheese such as cheddar or colby jack for a unique twist. For a vegetarian version, bell peppers, spinach, and asparagus work wonderfully.
Below is an example of the Broccoli, Ham & Cheese quice made in a premade frozen pie crust. The next photo is a crustless vegetarian quiche made with green onion, bell peppers, and asparagus.
Broccoli, Ham & Cheese Quiche
Equipment
- 1 10" Cast Iron Skillet or Glass Pie Plate
Ingredients
- 9 Fresh Pastured Eggs
- ¼ C Ham diced
- 3 Tbsp. Organic Grass-Fed Butter
- 1 Shallot minced
- 1-2 Cloves Garlic minced
- 4-5 oz. Cheddar Cheese shredded
- ¾ C Plain Whole Milk Greek Yogurt
- ½ tsp. Ground Mustard
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and chop the broccoli and shallot.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet, then add the butter, moving it around the pan. Once melted, add the broccoli, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook until the moisture is cooked out, about 7-8 minutes, then allow it to cool slightly.
- Crack the eggs into a large bowl. Add the yogurt and whisk until well blended. Mix in the cheese and ham.
- Stir the egg mixture into the cast iron skillet, combining it with the broccoli and onions.
- Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the quiche is set in the center and browned along the edges.
- Allow to cool, then slice and serve.
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Victoria Cook
Victoria is a passionate home cook who became the host and chef of over 100 episodes of a private cooking show tailored for wellness practitioners and their patients. With a love for ethnic cuisines, she enjoys using a variety of spices and fresh ingredients to create flavorful, healthy meals for her husband and son. Always up for a culinary challenge, Victoria finds joy in experimenting with new recipes—and if she can whip them up in an electric pressure cooker, she’s even happier.