Mini Quiches
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These mini quiches have become my go to weeknight dinner because they're ready in less than an hour and taste like you've spent way more time than you actually have. I love making them because you can prep everything in just fifteen minutes, then pop them in the oven while you relax. The spinach is absolutely packed with iron and nutrients, so you're getting something really good for you alongside all that delicious cheese and ham. They're also incredibly budget friendly and perfect for meal prep since they reheat beautifully. Whether you're cooking for your family or bringing something to share, these little quiches never disappoint.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 8eggs
- 240 mlmilk
- 150 gcheddar cheese(grated)
- 200 gspinach(chopped)
- 1red bell pepper(diced)
- 100 gonion(finely diced)
- 150 gham(diced)
- 2 gsalt
- 1 gblack pepper
- 15 mlolive oil(for greasing)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190 degrees Celsius and lightly grease a muffin tin with olive oil.
Tip: Silicone muffin cups work wonderfully and need no greasing at all.
- 2
Heat a small skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and red pepper for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften, then add the chopped spinach and cook for another minute until wilted. Set aside to cool slightly.
Tip: Cooking the vegetables first removes excess moisture and prevents watery quiches.
- 3
In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
Tip: Add a pinch of nutmeg if you have it for extra warmth and depth.
- 4
Stir the grated cheese, cooked vegetables, and diced ham into the egg mixture until everything is evenly distributed throughout.
Tip: Make sure the ham pieces are small so they distribute nicely in each mini quiche.
- 5
Carefully pour the mixture into your prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three quarters full.
Tip: A measuring cup with a spout makes pouring much cleaner and easier.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the quiches are set in the center and the tops are lightly golden brown.
Tip: They're done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7
Allow the quiches to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before running a small knife around the edges and turning them out onto a serving plate.
Tip: These can be served warm, at room temperature, or even chilled.
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