Description
This Western Omelet Quiche is a savory, delicious dish that combines all the classic flavors of a western omelet in a rich, custardy quiche. With smoked ham, colorful bell peppers, green onions, and melted cheese, this quiche is perfect for brunch or a hearty breakfast. The buttery, flaky pie crust is the ideal base for the flavorful filling!
Ingredients
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1 9-inch deep dish pie shell (store-bought or homemade)
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4 green onions, thinly sliced
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1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
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1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
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2 tbsp butter
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4 oz smoked ham, chopped and divided
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1 1/2 cups colby jack or cheddar cheese (divided)
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1 cup heavy cream
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6 large eggs
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1 tsp garlic salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/4 tsp ground mustard
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Vegetables and Ham:
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the green onions, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
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Cook the Ham:
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Add the chopped smoked ham to the skillet with the vegetables and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
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Prepare the Quiche Filling:
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In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, garlic salt, black pepper, onion powder, and ground mustard until smooth and well combined.
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Assemble the Quiche:
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Layer the sautéed vegetable and ham mixture evenly over the bottom of the pie shell.
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Sprinkle 1 cup of the cheese evenly over the vegetable and ham mixture.
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Pour the egg mixture over the top, making sure it fills the pie shell and covers the other ingredients.
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Top with Remaining Cheese:
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Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top of the quiche.
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Bake the Quiche:
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Place the quiche in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden on top. You can check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center—it should come out clean when the quiche is done.
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Cool and Serve:
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Allow the quiche to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Notes
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For a more flavorful quiche, feel free to add additional ingredients such as diced tomatoes, spinach, or mushrooms.
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You can prepare this quiche ahead of time and refrigerate it. To reheat, bake it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15 minutes until warmed through.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American