Western Omelet Quiche

This colorful Western Omelet Quiche is what happens when a savory pie and a Western omelet collide.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 1 hr

Resting Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 8 pieces

Ingredients:

• 1 9 inches deep dish pie shell
• 4 green onion thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 4 oz smoked ham chopped and divided
• 1 1/2 cup Colby jack or cheddar cheese divided
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 6 large eggs
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp ground mustard

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prick the bottom of a frozen pie shell using a fork. Bake for 5 minutes. Set aside.
• In a small skillet melt the butter. Cook the sliced green onion, green pepper, and red pepper until softened around 2-3 minutes..
• Layer 1/2 of the ham and 1/2 of the shredded cheese on the bottom of the par-baked pie shell.
• Whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, and seasonings until fully combined. Add the cooked vegetables to the custard.
• Pour 1/2 over the first layer of ham and cheese then repeat ham, cheese, and custard.
• Place onto a baking sheet and place into the oven. Bake for 10 minutes.
• Lower the oven temperature to 350°F and continue to cook for an additional 30-40 minutes.
• Rest on a cooling rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Credit to: parade